Aiding its allies in Baghdad and protecting its borders are key reasons why Iran joined the war against ISIL.

Aiding its allies in Baghdad and protecting its borders are key reasons why Iran joined the war against ISIL.

Both parties seek a nuclear agreement they can take back home.
![Iran and the P5+1, will gather on December 10 for further negotiations [Reuters]](/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/20141124181631719734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)