CLEAN : Iran nuclear: expert optimistic on chances of an agreement

The transcript discusses the progress and optimism surrounding negotiations, highlighting the potential for a deal despite existing gaps. It compares diplomacy to a football game nearing its end, emphasizing the possibility of reaching an agreement soon. The discussion covers the limitations on Iran's research and development, the challenges of sanctions relief, and the political cohesion in Iran compared to dysfunction in the US.

What analogy is used to describe the current state of the diplomatic negotiations?

• A marathon at the final mile

• A football game in the 88th minute

• A basketball game in overtime

• A chess match nearing checkmate

What is one of the main issues in the negotiations between Iran and the P5+1?

• The language used in the agreement

• The timeline for sanctions relief

• The number of countries involved

• The location of the meetings

What does Iran want regarding its nuclear program's research and development?

• To advance R&D gradually over the deal's duration

• To focus solely on renewable energy

• To share R&D with other countries

• To halt all R&D activities

How is the political situation in Iran described in relation to the nuclear deal?

• The deal is seen as a threat to national security

• The deal is largely ignored by the public

• There is unprecedented political cohesion supporting the deal

• There is significant opposition to the deal

What recent political event in the U.S. is mentioned as affecting the negotiations?

• A presidential election

• A letter from 47 Republican senators

• A major protest in Washington D.C.

• A Supreme Court ruling