Fareed Zakaria GPS UN Nuclear Chief on Iran’s Nuclear Program; Where is the War with Iran Headed?
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Mar 29, 2026 
Rafael Grossi, IAEA chief, on inspections, enrichment and verification challenges. Mark Hertling, retired U.S. Army lieutenant general, on troop deployments and military tradeoffs in the Middle East. Azadeh Moaveni, journalist, on the Iranian diaspora and politics around Reza Pahlavi. Tristan Harris, former Google ethicist, on social platforms, youth harms, liability, and implications for AI regulation.
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Enrichment Is Negotiable Not An Absolute Right
- Rafael Grossi says enrichment can be limited via negotiated moratoria rather than an absolute legal right to enrichment.
- Past talks (mediated by Oman) considered limited enrichment or temporary moratoria to build confidence instead of immediate zero enrichment.
Bombing Damages Facilities But Not Knowledge
- Grossi warns that Iran retains know-how and undestroyed infrastructure so bombardment alone won't remove capability.
- He notes last June's strikes did heavy damage but centrifuge workshops and expertise still allow potential rebuilding.
Verify Stockpiles Through Inspectors Before Any Strike
- Grossi recommends verification via inspectors and negotiated agreements to account for large uranium stockpiles.
- He says inspectors should first verify sealed cylinders and seals before considering kinetic options.