The Iran Deal's Unsettling Anniversary The 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), commonly known as the Iran nuclear deal, reached its five year anniversary on May 24th.
This milestone marks a turning point in international relations, as what began as cautious optimism has devolved into a contentious issue straining global diplomacy.
The agreement, brokered by the Obama administration and signed by major world powers, aimed to limit Tehran's nuclear activities in exchange for relief from economic sanctions.