The Breakdown of the Iran Nuclear Deal

This chapter examines the Iran nuclear deal of 2015, exploring its extensive monitoring measures and the political factors leading to its abandonment in 2018. It discusses the influence of pro-Israel groups on U.S. foreign policy, the failure of subsequent administrations to negotiate a new deal, and the implications for Iran's nuclear capabilities. The chapter also critiques the misconceptions surrounding Iran’s nuclear program and the consequences of aggressive diplomatic strategies that escalated tensions in U.S.-Iran relations.