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Getting Ready for the IAEA Storm

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.

Why Israel Won’t Go It Alone

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.

The Death of Obama’s Iran Outreach

The Death of Obama’s Iran Outreach

The alleged Iranian plot to assassinate the Saudi ambassador sounds uncertain and amateurish. One thing is clear though, Obama will likely be abandoning his overtures to Tehran.

Punching Holes in the Iran Plot

Punching Holes in the Iran Plot

The idea that the alleged Iranian plot to assassinate the Saudi ambassador went to the very top is fanciful, says Robert Dreyfuss. Still, it has almost certainly scuppered the prospects for talks.

Is Iran Ready to Compromise?

Is Iran Ready to Compromise?

There are some encouraging signs Iran may be willing to compromise over its nuclear programme. But is the Obama administration willing to listen?

Why to Accept Iran’s Talks Offer

Why to Accept Iran’s Talks Offer

Ahmadinejad’s offer to return to talks over Iran’s nuclear programme may not be sincere. But accepting it may be the least bad option.

Inside Iran’s Fight for Supremacy

Inside Iran’s Fight for Supremacy

Claims of witchcraft and sorcery, firings and reinstatements – who will win the battle of wills between the Supreme Leader and President Ahmadinejad?

The Danger of a Tehran Winter

The Danger of a Tehran Winter

While international attention focuses on an ‘Arab Spring,’ the prospect of a nuclear Iran still looms large over the region, argues Joel Starr.

Back to the Drawing Board on Iran

Back to the Drawing Board on Iran

A new US intelligence estimate shies from accusing Iran of restarting pursuit of a nuclear bomb. But Arab world unrest has strengthened its hand.

A Glimmer of Hope Over Iran?

A Glimmer of Hope Over Iran?

The latest round of P5+1 talks over Iran’s nuclear programme broke up without agreement. But things might not be as bad as they look.

WikiLeaks’ Awkward Reading for Iran

The interesting thing about the revelations over Iran’s neighbours is just how far they’d go to stop it from acquiring a nuclear bomb.

US Hardliners Lose Ground on Iran?

US Hardliners Lose Ground on Iran?

With growing speculation that the Obama administration might allow Iran to continue enriching uranium, is a deal back on the cards?

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