Further U.S. escalation would be catastrophic.
Diplomacy, Not Bombs, Will Defuse Crisis with Iran
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Nuclear Deal
Is a U.S.-Iran Nuclear Deal Coming Soon?
Trump promises a deal by mid-June, but many obstacles remain.
Saving the Iran Nuclear Deal Requires Balancing it
Here’s how to ensure that a new agreement isn’t so easily cancelled.
Return to the Iran Nuclear Deal before Talks on Other Issues
The Biden administration should focus on reversing Trump’s policy on Iran.
Trump’s Bluster Diplomacy
Don’t expect Trump to do a North Korean-style pivot in his relations with Iran.
The Death of the International Community?
The international community is a fragile thing. Will Donald Trump deliver its death blow?
It’s Time to Drop Preconditions and Re-Open Talks with North Korea
Negotiating between the United States and North Korea can’t wait.
America’s Outdated Special Relationship with Saudi Arabia
The next U.S. president will have an unprecedented opportunity to put some distance between Washington and Riyadh.
Syria as Metaphor
When states dream, is Syria their nightmare?
After Iran, Is North Korea Next?
The Obama administration has concluded deals with Iran and Cuba. Will North Korea round out the trifecta?