The Islamic Republic of Iran today is a Shiite Islamic republic with a Sunni minority under a theocratic regime which is ruled by President Hassan Rouhani since 2013. Historically, it is home to some of the world's oldest civilizations including the Persian empire. Since the 1979 Islamic revolution Iran has become more and more conservative.
Iran is increasingly seeking to be part of this new world order, in which non-Western countries work together against America and the West.
European officials warned the Trump administration that Iran is stalling nuclear deal negotiations to avoid sanctions.
The strike severely disrupted transportation networks in over 40 cities and exposing growing discontent with the regime's economic policies.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that if Europe activated the 'snapback mechanism,' Iran would respond 'forcefully.'
This is important for Iran because if there are any rising tensions, it will want the support of countries such as Turkey, Iraq, and Pakistan.
Over the last month and a half, there have been ups and downs in the nuclear talks that often feels like a roller coaster ride.
US officials have indicated that, in the absence of an agreement, they may consider other measures—including military options—to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.
This report comes amid talks resuming in Rome, with delegations led by Iran's foreign minister and the US Middle East envoy.
"Figuring out the path to a deal is not rocket science: Zero nuclear weapons = we DO have a deal. Zero enrichment = we do NOT have a deal. Time to decide." Araghchi posted on his personal X/Twitter.
“Members of parliament have stated that Iran will never back down from its right to use nuclear technology as a member of the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)," said IRNA.
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