Energy Sec. Moniz: Iran Needs to Be Held to Nuclear Pact

The transcript discusses the potential risks to the Iran nuclear deal, particularly in light of Trump's stance on renegotiation. It emphasizes the importance of the agreement in preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons and highlights the role of international collaboration in enforcing economic sanctions. The text warns against the consequences of the U.S. walking away from the deal, which could lead to a loss of leverage and difficulty in restoring sanctions. It concludes by stressing the importance of upholding the deal for the self-interest of the U.S. and its allies.

What is the main reason Iran's foreign minister believes the nuclear deal cannot be renegotiated?

• It is a private agreement between Iran and the US.

• It is a temporary agreement.

• It is an international understanding tied to a Security Council resolution.

• It is a bilateral agreement.

Which countries were involved in the P5+1 collaboration for the Iran nuclear deal?

• United States, China, Russia, Germany, France, and the United Kingdom

• United States, China, Russia, Germany, France, and Japan

• United States, China, Russia, Germany, France, and Italy

• United States, China, Russia, Germany, France, and Canada

What was a significant achievement of the Iran nuclear deal according to the speaker?

• It allowed Iran to develop nuclear weapons.

• It had no impact on Iran's nuclear program.

• It significantly rolled back Iran's nuclear aspirations.

• It increased Iran's nuclear capabilities.

What did General Brent Scowcroft warn about if the deal is abandoned?

• The US will gain more leverage.

• The US will walk away alone and lose leverage.

• The US will strengthen its alliances.

• The US will easily restore sanctions.

Why is it important to hold Iran to the nuclear deal according to the speaker?

• To increase economic sanctions on Iran.

• To isolate Iran from the international community.

• To maintain leverage and international collaboration.

• To ensure Iran develops nuclear weapons.