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Why target Iran's nuclear plans?

Many countries, including the UK, are concerned about Iran's nuclear programme potentially developing weapons. The new UK law aims to restrict Iran's access to technology and finance, hoping to slow or halt these ambitions. International efforts have long focused on preventing nuclear proliferation globally.

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