The second event of the new Global Middle East Seminar series, organized in partnership with the Center for Russian Studies at Bilkent University and co-sponsored by the Middle East Program, features panelists Dr. Mahsa Rouhi – a research fellow at the National Defense University—and Dr. Hassan Elbahtimy – a Senior Lecturer at Kings College. Joining them is assistant professor of international relations at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Dr. Or Rabinowitz and Assistant Professor in the International Relations Department at Bilkent University, Dr. Eliza Gheorghe. The panelists will discuss the shifting nuclear terrain of the Middle East region, focusing specifically on Egypt and Iran. Both countries began their nuclear programs in the 1950s. Egypt has been a leading proponent of establishing a Zone Free of Weapons of Mass Destruction in the Middle East and is unlikely to seek nuclear weapons. Iran, however, is at a crossroads. While there is uncertainty around whether the JCPOA can be revived, we are approaching a new round of negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program. It is critical to look back at the history of previous negotiations and Iran’s nuclear policy. Understanding the lessons learnt can guide policy choices and optimize Untied States and International communities’ strategy to ensure advancing non-proliferations goals with regards to Iran and the Middle East.