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Iran on a knife edge – as nuclear deal goes up in smoke
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Iran on a knife edge – as nuclear deal goes up in smoke

EIU
EIU, 2018
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US president Donald Trump’s plan to withdraw America from the Iran nuclear deal may fulfill one of his crucial campaign promises, but the broader implications of this decision remain open. The agreement’s other signatories – France, Germany, the United Kingdom, China and Russia – staunchly oppose the move, warning that the demise of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) would lead to increased destabilization and economic upheaval in the Middle East. getAbstract recommends this report by the Economist Intelligence Unit to shed light on the main terms of the JCPOA and explore the likely consequences of a US withdrawal.

Take-Aways

  • In the 2016 Iran nuclear deal, Iran, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Russia and China agreed on limits to Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief.
  • The administration of US president Donald Trump strongly opposes the deal for failing to address Iran’s missile program and for limiting the term of the agreement to 10 years. 
  • European signatories fear that US withdrawal and the resumption of US sanctions on Iran will further destabilize both Iran and the wider region.

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The Economist Intelligence Unit provides forecasting and advisory services as part of the Economist Group. 

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