UN team visits Iran to monitor nuclear program as sanctions, military build-up continue

A team of UN nuclear experts is currently in Iran to monitor the country’s nuclear program. The visit comes at a sensitive time. Earlier this month, US and European countries agreed to sanctions on Iran and Iran has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, a vital passage for the world’s oil supply. But the current events could hint at a deeper shift taking place: a realignment of power in the region.

For more, we’re joined by Kaveh Ehsani assistant professor of international studies at DePaul University in Chicago. He’s also a contributor editor of Middle East Report.