This article is to the point since it underlines the fact that main question was about relations of power between two actors Iran and US. Prior to Shah's downfall Iran was the policeman of the Gulf. All that changed with Islamic Republic who challenged USA. The nuclear accord is a win for USA since unlike North Korea Iran has no nuclear umbrella and will be subject to intimidation. The most invasive inspections ever in history will expose her military vulnerabilities.
And Although it is true that the agreement will return the funds that were unjustly expropriated from Iran and open business opportunities for bazaar is and World capitalism, it is not clear if this will benefit the majority of Iranians. Yes, the middle class will benefit but just like the Shah's era their sons and daughters will prefer Beverly Hill to serving the people in Iran. In our excitement to see the accord go through we should not forget that Iran is also a class society and part of the World system.
This article is to the point since it underlines the fact that main question was about relations of power between two actors Iran and US. Prior to Shah's downfall Iran was the policeman of the Gulf. All that changed with Islamic Republic who challenged USA. The nuclear accord is a win for USA since unlike North Korea Iran has no nuclear umbrella and will be subject to intimidation. The most invasive inspections ever in history will expose her military vulnerabilities.
And Although it is true that the agreement will return the funds that were unjustly expropriated from Iran and open business opportunities for bazaar is and World capitalism, it is not clear if this will benefit the majority of Iranians. Yes, the middle class will benefit but just like the Shah's era their sons and daughters will prefer Beverly Hill to serving the people in Iran. In our excitement to see the accord go through we should not forget that Iran is also a class society and part of the World system.