The Biden administration is reportedly pressuring Britain and France not to confront Iran over its growing nuclear program, including its enrichment of uranium to near-weapons grade. The U.S. is urging European allies to abstain from censuring Iran at the International Atomic Energy Agency's member-state board.
Key Points
Biden administration pressuring Britain and France not to confront Iran over its nuclear program
Expanding stockpile of near-weapons-grade fissile material by Iran
U.S. urging European allies to abstain from censuring Iran at the IAEA's board
Pros
Seeking to avoid regional escalation of war
Cons
Backing off plans to confront Iran's nuclear program