This measure says that a nuclear weapons-capable Iran is a threat to world stability. It is meant to clearly state concern about the risks such weapons could pose to many countries and to global peace and security .

It does not describe new programs or spending. Instead, it sends a clear message about the danger and the need to pay attention to this issue on the world stage .

• Key points:
  • Who is affected: People worldwide who could be harmed by rising conflict and instability .
  • What changes: A formal statement warning about the threat from a nuclear weapons-capable Iran; it highlights concern rather than creating new rules .
  • When: Applies going forward as a public stance on the risk .