The Intelligence from The Economist Up and atom: can Trump stop Iranian nukes?
Nov 20, 2024
Greg Karlstrom, The Economist's Middle East correspondent, discusses the implications of Trump potentially resuming his hardline stance on Iran's nuclear ambitions after his presidency. Jason Chow, a world affairs writer, reveals China's aggressive tactics aimed at boosting birth rates amid demographic challenges. They dive into the evolving dynamics of U.S.-Iran relations and the bizarre lengths the Chinese government goes to encourage families to grow. The intriguing world of sneaker markets also gets a nod, highlighting competition between major brands like Nike and Adidas.
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Iran's Nuclear Advancement
- Iran's nuclear capability has significantly advanced, enriching uranium close to weapons grade.
- A renewed focus on sanctions and potential airstrikes under a second Trump term are possible.
Iran's Increased Stockpile
- Iran's uranium stockpile has drastically increased, exceeding limits set by the 2015 nuclear deal.
- Their breakout time to produce a bomb's worth of enriched uranium has shortened to as little as two weeks.
Shifting Gulf State Dynamics
- Gulf states like Saudi Arabia now support a nuclear agreement with Iran.
- They fear the consequences of a confrontational US policy.