The US withdrawal from the JCPOA resulted in a resumption of the “relentless exodus of talent and intellect” from Iran. The re-imposition of sanctions and the travel ban discouraged Iranian expatriates from returning or investing in their homeland, effectively reversing ...Read more

During the active period of the JCPOA, the author describes young Iranians as having hope to stay in Iran and contribute to building a stronger economy and a better society. The nuclear deal created a sense of optimism and opportunity ...Read more

The Iran nuclear deal played a significant role in reversing the brain drain from Iran by creating a brief period of optimism and opportunity. It encouraged Iranian expatriates to consider returning to or investing in their homeland, contributing to its ...Read more

Peyman Mestchian mentions that he closely followed every wrestling bout, every taekwondo kick, and every weight lift by Iranian athletes in Paris. These events reflect his continued interest and connection to Iranian culture and achievements despite living abroad.

The election of Donald Trump as US president in November 2016 marked a turning point. His administration’s policies, including the travel ban and the withdrawal from the JCPOA, led to a reversal of the positive trend of Iranian expatriates re-engaging ...Read more