Iran Summary – May 2025

Executive Summary: As May concluded, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) revealed that Iran had significantly expanded its stockpile of 60% enriched uranium amid ongoing negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program between U.S. and Iranian delegations. While Iranian leaders remain adamant on enrichment, U.S. officials set enrichment as a redline for a deal. Outside of its nuclear activities, the regime continued to support the Houthis in Yemen, who launched at least 21 missiles and drones at Israel throughout the month. The regime also arrested several truckers during nationwide protests and executed at least 165 people for various alleged crimes in May alone. Iran also strengthened its partnership with other U.S. adversaries, particularly Russia, with whom Iran recently signed a 20-year pact to collaborate on defense and economic opportunities.

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