A group of top Iranian jurists and theologians approved the nuclear deal [4] with world powers on Oct. 14, marking the completion of the last step before implementation of the deal may begin. The Iranian Parliament accepted [5] the nuclear agreement the previous day and moved the process on to the Guardian Council [6], which determined [7] the legislation was consistent with the constitution and Islamic law. The nuclear agreement is now law in Iran, which has the power to withdraw if world powers do not hold up their end of the deal regarding the lifting of economic sanctions. Officials request that the sanctions be removed by January at the latest. Iran has yet to satisfy [8] the International Atomic Energy Agency [9] (IAEA) of the peaceful nature of its nuclear program, and the IAEA must report on the matter by Dec. 15.
From Jurst [10], Oct. 15. Used with permission.
