Will the Cease-Fire With Iran Hold?

The Foreign Affairs Interview features Suzanne Maloney, vice president of the Brookings Institution, discussing the recent cease-fire between the U.S. and Iran. Maloney analyzes the miscalculations of the Trump administration regarding Iran's resilience, highlighting Iran's strategic advantage in controlling the Strait of Hormuz. She points out that Iran's ability to endure military pressure and maintain control over this key waterway forced the U.S. to seek an off-ramp. The discussion also covers the internal power dynamics within Iran, noting the rise of the Revolutionary Guard Corps and the potential implications for the country's future. Maloney and Vogt explore the divergent goals of the U.S. and Israel in the conflict, and the devastating impact of the war on the Iranian people and the prospects for democracy in Iran.