- The U.S.-Iran peace deal is 90% complete but stalled over 400kg of 60% enriched uranium.
- The U.S. demands total surrender of the stockpile; Iran remains hesitant due to fears of regime change (the 'Gaddafi Lesson').
- U.S. military maintains an AI-integrated targeting chain (MQ-9 Reapers, F-35s, B-2 Spirits) to pressure the regime.
- China is testing U.S. resolve near Taiwan, creating a two-front strategic challenge for Washington.
- The role of the Iranian clerical class remains a significant, unanswered variable in the success of any signed agreement.