Iran's nuclear program creates a significant level of instability in the Middle East and the wider region, former Defense Minister Todor Tagarev warned. In the program "Offensive with Lyubo Ognyanov" on NOVA NEWS, he explained that the program worries not only Israel, but also Arab countries and Turkey.
"Iran's nuclear program to create weapons has been going on for several decades. It creates a significant level of instability in the Middle East and the wider region. And it goes along with the threats of Iranian leaders to destroy Israel," Tagarev said.
The former minister warned of the serious consequences of Iran's possible nuclear weapons. "If Iran acquires nuclear weapons, this will lead to the creation of corresponding programs in Saudi Arabia, perhaps in Turkey as well. This will increase instability in the region and in the world," he stressed.
Tagarev also commented on the decision of US President Donald Trump to approve plans to assist Israel. "Donald Trump has approved plans to assist Israel, this is clear from the deployment of additional US forces in the Middle East," he said.
According to the expert, this concerns aircraft carrier forces and the repositioning of aircraft for aerial refueling. He recalled that the region is very close to Bulgaria, which makes the development particularly important for national security.
According to Tagarev, with the destruction of Iran's offensive weapons, air defense and aviation, pressure has been exerted on the country, which creates good conditions for finding a diplomatic solution.
However, he noted that Ayatollah Khamenei and the Iranian Foreign Minister are still not inclined to serious talks, which calls into question the possibility of a peaceful solution.
Tagarev paid special attention to ballistic missiles as the riskiest weapon. "Ballistic missiles are the riskiest and most difficult to intercept, especially in a massive strike," he warned.
The former defense minister also commented on the upcoming NATO meeting in The Hague, stating that Bulgaria will join the common decision to increase defense spending.