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Iran – United States relations

Pariahs in Tehran

We shouldn't believe all we hear about the success of Obama's Iran strategy. The world needs to put a stranglehold on Tehran.

The Revolution Will Be Mercantilized

Iran is degenerating into a security state, with the Revolutionary Guard Corps at the helm. The fight for supremacy among the hard-line elite can only lead to a crisis within the Iranian state.

The Republic and the Rahbar

With all of the hype surrounding Iran’s nuclear program and its incendiary President Ahmadinejad, we have been fooled into believe Tehran is one of our biggest threats.

Iranian Resurrection

Iran is becoming a superpower. Funding proxy armies, controlling vital energy hubs and winning the heart of the Arab street, Tehran has created a sphere of influence on an imperial scale. If we don’t do something—and soon—Iran, not China or Russia

The Friend of My Enemy

The road to a solution for America’s Iran problem runs through Moscow. How to think about the costs—and benefits.

The Three Rs: Rivalry, Russia, 'Ran

If we want to calm Iran's nuclear ambitions, we're going to need to brush up on our diplomatic basics.

Commentary

Five Myths about the U.S.-Iran Conflict

Misperceptions that exacerbate the enmity between Washington and Tehran—and push both closer to war.

Romney Edges U.S. toward War with Iran

How the cadidate's statements in Jerusalem paved the way for conflict.

The Path to War with Iran

Just as Roosevelt did with Japan, Obama has set America on a collision course. 

Blogs

Pressure Madness Continues

Those obsessed with inflicting punishment on Iran fail to comprehend a basic tenet of negotiations.

Sliding Toward War With Iran

The danger must be taken seriously.

The Nothing-But-Pressure Fallacy

The P5+1 has failed to understand the basics of Sanctions 101. 

Books & Reviews

Parthian Shot

Iran was a glorious empire, but has also been a conquered nation. This complex mixture of pride and insecurity continues to define the Republic.

Facing Down Iran

Everyone agrees that Iran is a threat. What makes Ilan Berman stand out?

Iran's Atomic Journey

Al J. Venter traces the history of the Iranian nuclear project.

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May 24, 2013