# Prof. Nazee Moinian: The Iran Deal Is More of a Non-Binding Memorandum Rather Than a True Treaty (11 min) | 06-21-26

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Published: 2026-06-22T00:59:00+00:00
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## Resource

Andrew Cuomo interviews Dr. Nazee Moinian to dissect the complexities of a contemporary diplomatic agreement between the United States and Iran. Moinian clarifies that the arrangement is a non-binding memorandum of understanding rather than a formal treaty, meaning it lacks the permanence of congressional approval and relies on fragile executive mandates. She critiques the imbalanced negotiation optics in Switzerland, noting that American officials appeared submissive while the Iranian delegation utilized a strategy of "vulgar nationalism" and cultural arrogance to project leverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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