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Iran Deal Sparks Potential Arms Race In Region
ResumeU.S. allies in the Middle East are already seeking to boost their missile defense systems after the deal to limit Iran's nuclear program.
The agreement lifts Iran's conventional arms embargo sanction in five years and sanctions on long-range missile projects in eight years. According to the Pentagon, Saudi Arabia wants to buy 600 Patriot missile interceptors.
Marcus Weisgerber, reporter for Defense One, speaks with Here & Now's Robin Young about changes in the Middle East related to the Iran deal.
Guest
- Marcus Weisgerber, global business reporter for Defense One. He tweets @MarcusReports.
This segment aired on July 30, 2015.