Defensive Motives for Pursuing Nuclear Weapons

Countries like Iran may seek nuclear weapons for defensive reasons, as they see it necessary for protection against other nuclear-armed nations. The attribution bias leads to viewing the intentions of enemies as purely offensive, while allies' actions are often seen as constrained by external factors. This bias influences how we perceive and interpret the actions of different countries in the international arena.

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