What was the primary objective of the U.S. "maximum pressure" campaign against Iran?
Quiz Options
- To encourage Iranian democratic reforms
- To prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons and curb its regional influence
- To establish a trade alliance
- To ensure the free flow of oil through the Persian Gulf
Explanation
The U.S. "maximum pressure" campaign aimed to compel Iran to renegotiate the JCPOA, cease its ballistic missile program, halt support for regional proxies, and abandon its pursuit of nuclear weapons.