India, Aug. 6 -- Leading non-proliferation experts have expressed deep concern that ongoing diplomatic engagements could allow Tehran to sideline its core nuclear ambitions in favour of securing immediate economic and sanctions relief.

According to policy briefings and analyses from research institutions like the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, Iranian leadership is actively attempting to sequence negotiations around regional shipping lanes rather than its active enrichment capabilities.

Analysts point out that recent defiant statements from IRGC Commander Ahmad Vahidi, explicitly signalling the regime's intent to advance its strategic military technology, underscore the persistent dangers posed by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard...