The Iranian Nuclear Deal: the Process of International Settlement in the Context of Security in Central Asia

Abstract

The goal of this paper is to examine and analyze historical background, evolution and settlement of the Iranian nuclear program as well as the Iranian nuclear deal that was concluded in July 2015 and its implications for Central Asia. It is well-known that the proliferation and the spread of nuclear weapons and technologies is one of the main concerns of international community. From this perspective since the beginning Iran has been perceived as a source of possible proliferation of nuclear technologies and a threat that would put regional and global stability and security in jeopardy. Simultaneously the Iranian and western diplomats began conducting negotiations in order to settle deep disagreements and misunderstandings over the Iranian nuclear program. In spite of deep suspicions and difficulties, Iran and so-called P5+1 group of countries reached the needed deal in July of 2015. This huge achievement became possible due to wise policy of the new Iranian president Hassan Rouhani on the one hand, and Barak Obama’s sincere willingness to bring peace to the whole world and to prevent another war in the Middle East from happening on the other. As a result of this deal, all sanctions on Iran gradually began to be lifted. It is undeniable that the successful Iranian deal has been significant and beneficial for Central Asia first and foremost in terms of security issues. Since then the Central Asian countries have begun to cooperate with Iran, which is truly beneficial for both sides. Key words: nuclear program, Iran, P5+1, Central Asia, nuclear deal, Middle East.