Iran's nuclear programme has been under immense scrutiny by USA and its allies for the past many years now. There have been threats of sanctions and offers of economic relief if it gives up the nuclear route; in effect a combination of the carrot and stick strategy. It is not certain yet that Iran will be attacked by America or Israel. But reports from Washington and Tel Aviv seem to indicate some action. The warning on 11 March 2005 by Vice-President Dick Cheney of "stronger action" seems to give an indication of the American thinking. The notice came in the wake of Iran's rejection of the "incentives" offered by President Bush if it gave up uranium enrichment.
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