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Iran is a central party in the negotiation, implementation, and subsequent withdrawal from the nuclear agreement, as evidenced by its reluctance to enter new deals [1], the impact of the agreement on its economy [2], and the political consequences of the U.S. withdrawal [3].
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Editorials Supporting an Iran Nuclear Deal, January - September 2015 armscontrol.org 8 facts
perspectiveThe New York Times editorial board argued on February 25, 2015, that any nuclear agreement with Iran must be evaluated based on the complete package rather than individual provisions, noting that the risk of walking away from negotiations could allow Iran to continue nuclear activities without restrictions.
perspectiveThe Chicago Sun Times editorial board expressed the view that the alternative to a negotiated nuclear deal with Iran is military action, and they prefer pursuing a peaceful resolution first.
perspectiveThe Washington Post editorial board argued on March 10, 2015, that Congressional Republicans were obstructing President Barack Obama's nuclear agreement with Iran, which impeded serious debate regarding the legitimate issues surrounding the potential deal.
claimThe Idaho Mountain Express asserts that international sanctions were the mechanism that brought Iran to the negotiating table, and that the resulting nuclear agreement represents a realistic compromise rather than a perfect solution.
perspectiveThe New York Times editorial board argued on March 7, 2015, that the United States Congress should support a verifiable nuclear deal with Iran rather than engaging in political games that could isolate the United States, dismantle the sanctions regime, and leave Iran's nuclear program unrestricted.
quoteThe New York Times stated that the final nuclear deal with Iran announced by the United States and other major world powers puts strong, verifiable limits on Iran’s ability to develop a nuclear weapon for at least 10 to 15 years.
perspectiveThe Los Angeles Times editorial board advises Congress to pressure the Obama administration to counter Iran's regional meddling and to respond decisively if Iran violates the nuclear agreement.
perspectiveThe Newark Star Ledger editorial board suggested on January 28, 2015, that if President Barack Obama's assessment of the political dynamic in Iran is correct, the bill proposed by Senator Robert Menendez could derail the nuclear deal.
Iran Country Report 2026 - BTI Transformation Index bti-project.org 2 facts
claimIran's economy experienced relatively strong growth following a period of contraction caused by the United States' withdrawal from the nuclear deal and the COVID-19 pandemic.
claimThe U.S. withdrawal from the nuclear deal in 2018 marginalized Iranian reformists and moderates, facilitating the adoption of the 'Look to the East' foreign policy.
5 key factors shaping Iran's foreign policy calculus mei.edu 1 fact
claimEngagement with the United States over a potential nuclear deal could offer Iran sanctions relief and open avenues for economic growth if pragmatists regain influence.
A “Good Deal” with Iran? Requirements for Preventing a Future ... washingtoninstitute.org 1 fact
perspectiveAny new nuclear agreement with Iran must structurally and irreversibly prevent the possibility of a rapid nuclear breakout by constraining efforts to integrate nuclear activities with missile development work.
United States and Iran on the Brink: What's at Stake? - CSIS csis.org 1 fact
perspectiveIran is reluctant to enter a new nuclear deal with the United States because they distrust the United States' commitment to implementation and fear the United States might withdraw from the agreement.