Defense and Security, Middle East and North Africa

The Iran Nuclear Deal: Vital for U.S. National Security

Asha Castleberry – 10.12.17

The Iran Nuclear Deal, also known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), is the best policy option to ensure Tehran does not acquire the most dangerous weapons. If the current administration moves forward with plans to “decertify” the deal, this will be a huge blow for global peace and security.

The Iran Nuclear Deal is known to be an imperfect and a narrow agreement, but it is the best option that we have in place to cease the build-up of Iran’s nuclear program. A majority of the international community is in favor of keeping the deal, including the United Nations and the European Union. Even most of President Trump’s key military advisors—including Secretary of Defense Mattis and JCS Chairman General Dunford—support the deal.

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