1) Key provisions of the deal sunset in just 10-15 years. Although 367 Members of Congress demanded a deal lasting multiple decades, the essential restrictions on Iran's bomb-making technology will expire in 10-15 years. After this short amount of time, Iran would be on the fast track to a nuclear weapon.
2) Iran is not required to dismantle nuclear facilities and technology. Under the negotiated terms, Iran can continue to conduct nuclear research and development. Even former Obama officials admitted that "the agreement will not prevent Iran from having nuclear weapons capability."
3) "Anytime, anywhere" inspections of suspect nuclear sites are not included. Despite repeated assurances from the Obama administration that inspectors would have "anytime, anywhere, 24/7 access," the deal gives Iran 24 days before it is compelled to give inspectors access to a suspected site. This gives Iran plenty of time to cover up evidence of nuclear work. Reports of a side deal have also surfaced, indicating that Iran would be able to self-inspect their Parchin military site.
4) Sanctions relief can help finance global terror organizations. Iran is the #1 state sponsor of terrorism worldwide. With nearly $150 billion in freed-up assets from sanctions relief, Iran can continue to fund terror groups like Hamas and Hezbollah.
5) This deal will further destabilize the turbulent Middle East. Amid threats of a nuclear-capable Iran with billions of dollars in newly freed-up assets, neighboring countries are preparing for the worst. Saudi Arabia, for example, has already threatened to start building their own nuclear program to counter Iran's.
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