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FPL12101 – Brinksmanship and the Iran Nuclear Deal: Will the JCPOA Survive?

10:00 am
777 Glades RD, Bldg. 31C Boca Raton, FL 33431 United States
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The Trump administration pulled the U.S. out of the deal. It imposed crippling economic sanctions as part of a “maximum pressure” strategy designed to seal off Iran from the global economy. The Biden administration wants America to join a revised deal that is “longer and stronger” (more years, heavier safeguards). The U.S. Secretary of State, Tony Blinken, oversees the high-stakes diplomacy needed to re-write the agreement. Iranian President Rouhani insists his nation has only peaceful intentions.Ê To date, the parties appear to be far apart, threatening the breakdown of the talks and the survival of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). What can be done to save the dealÊand prevent Iran from manufacturing a nuclear weapon? Kahn will give a detailed overview of the ongoing negotiations and his view of the potential outcomes.