Economist Podcasts Up and atom: can Trump stop Iranian nukes?
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Nov 20, 2024 
Greg Karlstrom, The Economist's Middle East correspondent, reveals the complexities of Iran's nuclear ambitions after the U.S. exit from the 2015 deal and the potential strategies for the next presidential term. Jason Chow, covering global affairs, highlights China's aggressive campaign to boost the birth rate, contrasting it with the former one-child policy and showcasing the pushy tactics faced by women today. The discussion also briefly touches on the increasing competition in the sneaker market, blending politics with global trends.
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Iran's Nuclear Breakout Time
- Iran's nuclear capability has advanced significantly, enriching uranium close to weapons grade.
- Their breakout time, the time needed to produce a bomb's worth of uranium, has shrunk drastically.
Limited Progress Under Biden
- The Biden administration hasn't made much progress on the Iran nuclear deal.
- Iran's oil exports have recovered despite sanctions, mainly through China.
Potential Trump Administration Actions
- A potential Trump administration might re-impose maximum pressure sanctions on Iran.
- These sanctions could aim for regime change or a new nuclear agreement with stricter terms.