Policy

A Resurgent GOP Is Fuming Over Extending the Iran Nuclear Talks

The seven-month delay gives Iran and the U.S. more time to nail down terms on Iran’s nuclear program. It also gives Congress ample time to intervene. By Kaveh Waddell

Threats

What Iran Loses From the Failed Nuclear Talks

Tehran stands to lose billions in oil exports as the days without a deal drag on. By Steve LeVine

Threats

The Many Iranian Obstacles in the Way of a Strong Nuclear Deal

The military option isn't much of an option. But diplomacy could inadvertently pave the way to a nuclear Iran. By Jeffrey Goldberg

Ideas

Will Politics Kill a Deal on Iran?

Impossibly high Republican demands are just a partisan attack to prevent Obama from achieving anything resembling a victory. By Joe Cirincione

Ideas

Stop Fearing Iran and Back the Free Syrian Army

The Free Syrian Army has done everything the U.S. has asked of them. It’s time to help them before it’s too late. By Oubai Shahbandar and Michael Pregent

Threats

In the War Against ISIS, Iran Is Not – and Will Not Be – a Friend to the US

In the fight against the Islamic State, your enemy’s enemy is not automatically your friend. By Bobby Ghosh

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Iranians Mark 35th Anniversary of Hostage Crisis With Protests

Iranians marked the anniversary of the storming of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran by hosting a series of anti-American rallies. By Adam Chandler

Threats

Iran's 'Boots on the Ground' in Iraq Could Backfire on US Interests

As the saying goes, politics makes strange bedfellows. Most forget, however, that wars can produce even more perverse partners. By Graham Allison

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This Is the Roadmap for Closing a Nuclear Deal With Iran

Iran will likely wait out the clock on the Nov. 24 nuclear agreement while telling everyone it's no big deal. Here's what the U.S. can do in the meantime. By Steve LeVine

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Iran Could Be Complying With the Interim Nuclear Deal

Depending on whom you ask, the country is taking steps to ensure transparency as international inspectors investigate. By Adam Chandler

Ideas

The Last Step to an Iran Nuclear Deal

Washington is too focused on Iran’s ability to enrich nuclear material instead of our ability to watch them. By Greg Thielmann

Threats

How Iran Scammed America Out of a Nuclear Deal

A year ago, Iran was in crisis. Now it’s on the verge of a diplomatic triumph. By David Frum

Threats

Why Is the US Yielding to Iran Now?

The Obama administration does not need to make nuclear concessions to Tehran to gain its support against ISIL. By David Frum

Policy

Iran Says the West Should Step Aside in the Fight Against ISIL

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says he believes 'the right solution to this quandary comes from within the region.' By Kaveh Waddell

Policy

Republicans Want to Mandate a Vote on the Iran Nuclear Deal

A group of senators said late Wednesday that sanctions would be automatically reimposed if the White House does not consult Congress. By Clara Ritger

Ideas

With Talks Extended, U.S. Poised to 'Put a Lid' on Iran's Nuclear Program

Iran’s nuclear program has been boxed in. Now the West has a few more months to put a lid on it. By Joe Cirincione

Threats

Iran Talks Come Up Empty as Deadline Nears

After 5 days, negotiators have not swayed Iran over uranium enrichment levels as the July 20 deadline approaches. By Global Security Newswire

Science & Tech

Iranian Hackers Target U.S. Military Officials With Elaborate Social Media Scam

Posing as journalists and contractors, Iranian actors looked to connect to military and policy leaders. By Marina Koren

Threats

Iran Is Eliminating More Than Half of Its Weapons-Capable Uranium

Hoping to ease its neighbors' concerns, Tehran is sticking to an agreement made in November to prove its refinement process will not lead to a nuke in Iran's hands. By Diane Barnes

Ideas

Leave Ballistic Missiles Out of the Iran Nuclear Talks

It made sense to go after Iran’s missiles a few years ago. Not anymore. By Greg Thielmann