Iranian Presidential Election and Supreme Leader's Influence

Iran's supreme leader calls for maximum voter turnout in presidential election to 'overcome the enemy', denouncing pro-US politicians. Sole reformist candidate urges return to 2015 nuclear deal and outreach to the West. Supreme Leader Khamenei warns against opposition to the revolution or Islamic system.

Iran Nuclear Deal and Current Tensions

Rafael Grossi, director of the IAEA, criticizes the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran, stating that it exists only on paper and means nothing. Iran has been accused of violating the deal, and tensions have escalated with the enrichment of uranium to near-weapons-grade levels. Grossi is frustrated with Iran's lack of cooperation with IAEA inspectors.

Iran's Enriched Uranium Stockpile and Nuclear Deal Violation

The International Atomic Energy Agency reported that Iran's stockpile of highly enriched uranium has surpassed the limit set in the 2015 nuclear deal. Iran is also hindering IAEA inspectors' operations. There are concerns about Iran's nuclear weapons capability and the Biden administration's approach to censuring Iran.

Iran's drone and ballistic missile production and attacks on Israel

The Biden administration did not renew expiring sanctions on Iran's drone and ballistic missile production at the UN following Iran-backed attacks on Israel. Iran launched over 300 drones and missiles towards Israel, resulting in minimal damage. Critics noted Iran's violations of the 2015 nuclear deal and the Biden administration's inaction in response.