Morning Wire Can Trump Dismantle Iran’s Nuclear Program | 4.19.25
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Apr 19, 2025 
Ellie Cohanim, a Senior Fellow at the Independent Women’s Forum and former Deputy Envoy to Combat Anti-Semitism, shares her insights on Iran's precarious position. She discusses how military and economic pressures may expose the regime's vulnerabilities like never before. Cohanim highlights the strategic significance of U.S.-Iran negotiations and the complex dynamics at play. Domestic unrest fueled by economic struggles is mounting against Tehran, raising questions about the future of its nuclear ambitions and the efficacy of American diplomatic engagement.
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Historic First Direct Talks
- The Trump administration held the first direct US-Iran talks since 2018 showing a new diplomatic approach.
- Face-to-face meetings reduce confusion and delay tactics common in past Iranian negotiations.
Iran's Unprecedented Weakness
- Iran is vulnerable for the first time since 1979 due to weakened proxies and military pressure by Israel and the US.
- Economic sanctions and military assaults have severely weakened Iran's regional influence and internal stability.
Voices of Iranian People
- Iranians regularly reach out for stronger US sanctions against their regime due to economic hardship caused by corruption and proxy funding.
- The Mahsa Amini protests exemplify recurrent public unrest against regime oppression in Iran.