Iran's Rouhani Wins Re-Election With Promise of Outreach

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani in engaging with the West, particularly in light of US and Saudi rhetoric. It highlights Rouhani's political struggles, the US's accusations against Iran, and Iran's response. The discussion also covers the broader geopolitical context, including the strengthened US-Saudi relationship and the perception of Iran as a source of regional instability. The transcript concludes with an analysis of Iran's international relations and potential future engagements with major countries like Russia, China, and the EU.

In what ways did Javad Zarif respond to the rhetoric from the US?

What does Eli Lake suggest about the perception of Rouhani as a reformer?