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Iran
Khamenei’s Plan for Iran
Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has hinted the office of the presidency could be abolished. The move may be less about himself, and more about the succession.
Spotting Nuclear Weapons Scientists
The latest IAEA report on Iran’s nuclear program highlighted the danger of nuclear researchers selling their skills. Can anything be done?
Why China and Russia Help Iran
A new UN Security Council resolution expresses concern over Iran’s nuclear program, but offers little to stop it. China and Russia are happy for it to stay that way.
Russia's Iran Nuclear Solution
As tensions grow over Iran’s nuclear program following release of the IAEA report, Russia has a step-by-step plan.
Needed: New Approach to Iran
Instead of going round in circles, other countries should take a new approach to Iran’s nuclear program.
China's SCO Road to Nowhere
China and Russia have less and less in common on Central Asia. It showed at the latest SCO meeting.
Memo to Iran: Obama Won’t Let It Go
The latest IAEA report on Iran’s nuclear program has strengthened the hand of those calling for tougher action. But the U.S. should open the diplomacy door wider.
IAEA Report on Iran
Iran may have undertaken preparatory experimentation useful for a nuclear explosive device test, the IAEA says.
China to Iran: Work With IAEA
As The Diplomat reveals excerpts from the new IAEA report on Iran, China warns Tehran to be “flexible.”
Getting Ready for the IAEA Storm
It’s unclear whether the new IAEA report on Iran’s nuclear program has anything new. But even before its release, Israel has stoked speculation of a military strike.
The Omani Road to Iran
As speculation grows about a military strike against Iran, does Oman offer a diplomatic alternative for influence?
Why Israel Won’t Go It Alone
With speculation intensifying over whether Israel is planning to attack Iran’s nuclear facilities, it’s worth remembering that it’s the U.S. that will have the ultimate say.