" The role of the Congress and the President of the United States in containing the Iranian nuclear program"

Abstract

Both the Obama administration, led by Democrat Barack Obama, and the US Congress, along with the 5+1 group of countries, were involved in negotiations regarding the Iranian nuclear program and the alleviation of tensions between Iran and the international community. Amidst these efforts, the US Congress was present to stay informed about the progress of the negotiations and the outcomes, as outlined in the US Constitution, which establishes the conditions for Congress's approval of any agreements made by the US administration with international parties.

In order to lift the sanctions imposed on Iran, Republican members of Congress, including representatives and senators, attempted to delay the decision on the agreement until after the upcoming presidential elections or even withhold their approval. However, the negotiations progressed, and the Iranian negotiating delegation reached a comprehensive agreement aimed at reducing centrifuges and implementing a precise monitoring system, leading to the nuclear deal.