Economist Podcasts Centrifugal force: attacks on Iran
Jul 9, 2020
Sarah Donilon, an international affairs writer for The Economist, discusses the recent escalations in tensions between Iran and Israel following an attack on a nuclear facility. She explores the implications of the U.S. withdrawal from the nuclear deal, emphasizing the growing complexities in negotiating a new agreement. Meanwhile, Saskia Solomon dives into the stark contrast between Eastern Europe's drug policies and the harm-reduction approaches more commonly seen in the West, shedding light on the struggles faced by women in Ukraine and Georgia amid societal stigma.
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Emerging Covert War
- Recent attacks on Iranian facilities may indicate a covert war.
- Israel's involvement is suspected, potentially linked to the US political climate.
Natanz Explosion
- A suspicious explosion occurred at Natanz, an Iranian nuclear facility.
- Initially downplayed, it's suspected a smuggled bomb caused significant damage, possibly delaying the program.
Iran's Nuclear Program
- The attack aims to slow Iran's nuclear program, which has advanced since the US withdrew from the 2015 deal.
- Iran is stockpiling enriched uranium, developing centrifuges, and hindering international inspectors.