Iran Nuclear Talks Extended, Again
Summary
Washington and its allies should strategically continue patient diplomacy unless Iran resumes provocative nuclear activities.
Iran and world powers
agreed to extend negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear program after a
comprehensive deal proved elusive as the latest deadline approached. In a
new Q&A, George Perkovich details where the talks stand and
analyzes what lies ahead. Perkovich says Washington and its allies
should strategically continue patient diplomacy unless Iran resumes
provocative nuclear activities.
- Why were the sides unable to reach a comprehensive accord by the November 24 deadline? What are the major sticking points?
- What are the details of the seven-month extension?
- How is the U.S. Congress likely to react? Will new sanctions be added?
- How will hardliners in Iran respond and will this have implications on the negotiations?
- What are the chances that a deal can be reached by the next deadline?
- What are the risks if a deal isn’t ultimately struck?
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