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The U.S. is directly involved in the nuclear agreement as a primary negotiator and signatory, as evidenced by its withdrawal from the deal [1], [2] and its role in establishing verifiable limits on Iran's nuclear program [3]. The relationship is further defined by Iran's ongoing reluctance to engage in a new agreement due to distrust of the U.S. commitment [4], [5] and the economic impact of U.S. policy decisions regarding the deal [6], [7].

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Iran Country Report 2026 - BTI Transformation Index bti-project.org BTI Project 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.

United States and Iran on the Brink: What's at Stake? - CSIS csis.org CSIS 2 facts

claimThe Iranian government fears that a new nuclear agreement with the United States would result in a 'Gaza deal' scenario, where a high-profile declaration is made in Geneva but no actual sanctions relief is implemented.

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.

Editorials Supporting an Iran Nuclear Deal, January - September 2015 armscontrol.org Arms Control Association 2 facts

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.

5 key factors shaping Iran's foreign policy calculus mei.edu Middle East Institute 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.

Iran's Global Posture Hides Domestic Insecurities carnegieendowment.org Cornelius Adebahr · Carnegie Endowment for International Peace 1 fact

perspectiveThe Iranian leadership views the United States as unreliable due to the withdrawal from the nuclear deal under President Donald Trump and the failure to reinstate it under President Joe Biden.