While US-Israeli attacks hit key infrastructure, hardliners demand withdrawal from Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.3 min readMar 29, 2026 08:21 AM IST First published on: Mar 29, 2026 at 08:20 AM IST ShareWhatsapptwitterFacebookThis satellite photo shows Iran's Natanz nuclear facility. (File Photo)Iranian politicians are calling for the country to withdraw from the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) as attacks by the United States and Israel continue, according to Al Jazeera.Lawmakers say a bill has been introduced in parliament to begin the process, though any final decision will require approval from key state bodies.Push for exit gains groundA member of Iran’s parliament has announced that a bill had been submitted demanding that Tehran withdraw from the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).In a post on X, Malek Shariati said that the bill has been referred to the deputy of laws in parliament.Demands have grown for Iran’s withdrawal from the NPT as the US and Israel continued to launch multiple strikes on Iran’s nuclear energy facilities including in Bushehr.Story continues below this adShariati said he is also pushing for a repeal of an Iranian law, which serves as a framework for the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, which US President Donald Trump abandoned during his first term in office.It would be meaningless for Iran to remain a signatory to the international treaty as it “has had no benefit for us”, said Ebrahim Rezaei, spokesman for the national security commission of parliament, in a Friday night post on X.ادامه عضویت ایران در NPT بیمعناست، NPT هیچ مزیتی برای ما نداشته است.پیمان NPT نه تنها کشور ما را از گزند حمله قدرتهای هستهای حفظ نکرده بلکه به تاسیسات هسته ای کشورمان مکرراً حمله شده و اساساً اسناد و توافقات بین المللی به کل نادیده گرفته شده است.ما هیچ قصدی برای تولید بمب…— ابراهیم رضایی (@EbrahimRezaei14) March 27, 2026The calls come as Iranian officials accuse the International Atomic Energy Agency of bias, a charge the agency has rejected.What is the way ahead for an NPT exit?Any move to leave the treaty would follow a formal process inside Iran. If parliament approves the bill, it must also be cleared by the Guardian Council before the government can act.The proposed legislation, according to lawmakers, would:Withdraw Iran from the NPTRemove legal commitments tied to the 2015 nuclear dealSupport cooperation with other countries on civilian nuclear technologyOfficials have not set a timeline, but the debate has intensified as strikes have targeted nuclear-related sites and other infrastructure.Most Read1Iran vs US-Israel War News Live Updates: Pentagon prepares for ground operations; Iran threatens to hit US universities in Middle East2FBI director Kash Patel’s personal email breached: Iran-linked hackers leak private photos, resume3Dubai, UAE News Live Updates: Kuwaiti Army intercepted 15 drones today; no casualties reported4Elon Musk joined Trump-Modi call to discuss Iran war: report5Dubai, UAE News Highlights: At least 1,116 killed, 3,229 injured in Israeli strikes on Lebanon since March 26Middle East war: 5 Indians hit by debris from missile interception in Abu DhabiStory continues below this adAlso read Natanz attack: How nuclear sites could pose radiation risks if damagedIran is a signatory to the NPT, which aims to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons while allowing peaceful nuclear activity under monitoring.Lawmakers have in the past raised the idea of leaving the treaty in response to external pressure. The current conflict has brought the issue back to the centre of political discussion.There has been no official confirmation yet that Iran will exit the treaty, and the outcome will depend on internal approvals and the course of the conflict.AdvertisementLoading Recommendations...Live BlogDhurandhar 2 Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 10 LIVE Updates: Ranveer Singh film earns over Rs 778 cr in India; crosses Rs 1,226 cr mark worldwide7 minutes agoIran vs US-Israel War News Live Updates: Pentagon prepares for ground operations; Iran threatens to hit US universities in Middle East11 minutes agoDubai, UAE News Live Updates: Kuwaiti Army intercepted 15 drones today; no casualties reported25 minutes agoNoida International Airport Inauguration Live Updates: PM Modi slams SP over ‘loot’ in Noida, says BJP now powering UP’s development11 hours agoDhurandhar 2 Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 9 LIVE Updates: Ranveer Singh’s franchise crosses Rs 2,436 crore worldwide, Owaisi calls it ‘bakwaas’, Vetrimaaran takes swipe12 hours ago