July 14, 2015
Iran and World Powers Reach Nuclear Deal
After more than a year of negotiations, a U.S.-backed nuclear deal with Iran has been struck.
(Image: Flickr / U.S. Department of State)

After more than a year of negotiations, a U.S.-backed nuclear deal with Iran has been struck. Critics say the Obama administration made too many concessions to an oppressive regime. But supporters contend the deal will make the Middle East more secure.
Host of Forum on KQED is Michael Krasny, who invited IPS’s Phyllis Bennis on to discuss the historic deal.
Originally in KQED Radio.
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