Before retaking office, Donald Trump declared his intention of bringing “real peace, a lasting peace” to the Middle East. But it may not take long for the new president to get more than he bargained for in the tumultuous region.
This week's Farda Briefing looks at growing fears in Iran that failing to strike a deal with the United States will lead to Tehran becoming a bargaining chip in Washington’s dealings with Russia and European powers.
Iran’s stockpile of uranium enriched just below the level needed for nuclear weapons surged more than 50% in the last three months, defying mounting pressure on the Islamic Republic to curb its atomic activities.