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Self-Fulfilling Prophecy on Iran

If no deal is reached in Istanbul, it will say no more about Iranian obduracy—although that will be the focus of countless commentaries—than about our own.

Washington’s Dead Policies Toward Pyongyang and Tehran

It is past time to bury the rotting carcasses of Washington’s ineffectual policies toward North Korea and Iran.

Hostages in Iran

Washington's purported strategy for negotiations with Tehran aims to simplify the task of Israeli military targeteers, not reach a peaceful agreement.

How Commitments Work

There's reason to fear the heated rhetoric from American and Iranian leaders. But some statements give reason to hope. 

Americans Don't Want a War

They are being swayed by mindless alarmism, not sober considerations of what a nuclear Iran would mean—which makes their expressed aversion to a war all the more telling. 

Israeli Opinion and War With Iran

A recent poll reveals the surprising feelings of Israelis about possibly attacking Iran. Obama—and Netanyahu—should take heed.

Would Haass and Levi Accept Their Own Proposed Deal?

Outlandish demands and unreasonable terms ensure that diplomacy with Iran remains a nonstarter.

Two Neglected Issues in the "Bomb Iran" Debate

The questions no one is asking about Iran.

A Dangerous Declaration

A new sense-of-the-Senate resolution misrepresents vital American interests and paves the way for war with Iran.

Talks and Triumphalism

How the West—not Tehran—will prevent talks with Iran from accomplishing anything.

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May 26, 2012