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How Iranians Might React to a Nuclear Deal

As the P5+1 and Iran negotiate about the nuclear impasse, Iranian factional politics has heated up. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has made disparaging comments about the nuclear negotiations, yet supported continuing the talks. The Rouhani government is facing a variety of criticisms: it is vigorously defending its record at

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Patrick Clawson
Mehdi Khalaji

Brief Analysis

Toward an Enduring Ceasefire: Preventing the Rocket Rearmament of Gaza Terrorist Groups

A group of weapons experts and former officials outlines practical steps for ensuring that Hamas and other militants do not rebuild their rocket forces, jeopardize reconstruction efforts, or spark another major conflict.

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Michael Eisenstadt
Robert Satloff

Brief Analysis

No Iran Deal Is Better Than Any (Feasible) Deal

At present, Iran is unlikely to accept more limitations on its nuclear activities, but that doesn't mean Washington has to settle for a watered-down deal that further damages U.S. strategic interests.

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James Jeffrey

Articles & Testimony

Iran: Status of the P5+1

A good deal with Iran is one that clearly advances U.S. interests -- not only the interest in nuclear nonproliferation globally, but in the stability of the Middle East and U.S. prestige and influence in the region.

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Michael Singh

Brief Analysis

Iran Deal Extension: Analyzing the State Department's Media Note

The department's latest public statement seems to cast a positive light on the recent nuclear extension, but its omissions paint a cloudier picture.

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Simon Henderson

Articles & Testimony

A North Korean in Iran

Ongoing close ties between Tehran and senior North Korean officials are raising concerns about potential transfer of nuclear and missile technology.

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Olli Heinonen
Simon Henderson

Articles & Testimony

U.S. Must Play Hardball in Nuclear Talks with Iran

As it prepares for four more months of nuclear talks with Iran, the U.S. faces a disadvantage: Even if there is ultimately no agreement, Tehran will pocket the considerable concessions Washington has already made. Iran will then argue to the world that it has proven its reasonableness and that sanctions

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Michael Singh

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Boots on the Ground: Israel Enters Gaza

Israel's ground operations and objectives are limited for now, but the IDF is ready to expand the mission if Hamas chooses to prolong the faceoff and continue firing rockets.

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Jeffrey White
Neri Zilber

Brief Analysis

Iran Can Afford to Say No to a Nuclear Deal

The Islamic Republic has taken tough measures to adjust to the new sanctions, and its economy is now positioned to grow modestly even if the sanctions remain in place.

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Patrick Clawson

Brief Analysis

Assessing the Three Scenarios for the Iran Nuclear Negotiations

The current talks could end with an extension, a breakdown, or a surprise deal -- all of which pose difficult challenges for U.S. policy.

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Michael Singh
Robert Satloff

Brief Analysis

Speaking about the Unthinkable: The Nuclear Debate Iran Needs to Have

A public airing of the potential consequences of Iran's nuclear program could alter the terms of debate and possibly encourage greater restraint within the Islamic Republic.

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Michael Eisenstadt

Brief Analysis

Background on the 'Possible Military Dimensions' of Iran's Nuclear Program

Iran's compartmented nuclear program and fears of sabotage have complicated efforts to address IAEA concerns about the program's suspected military side.

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Nima Gerami

Articles & Testimony

Regional Implications of a Nuclear Deal with Iran

Ambassador Ross discusses how Israel, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and other regional states view the resumption of negotiations with Iran, and what Washington can do to assuage their concerns.

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Dennis Ross

Nuclear Decisionmaking in Iran

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Nima Gerami

Articles & Testimony

White House Should Seek Congressional Endorsement for Any Iran Deal

As the negotiations with Iran enter a critical stage, Washington needs to develop bipartisan consensus about the parameters of an acceptable agreement.

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Eric Edelman
Dennis Ross
Ray Takeyh

Articles & Testimony

America Should Not Soften Its Nuclear Demands of Iran

As the next round of talks unfolds, U.S. officials should remember that a weak agreement could prove to be a strategic setback in the guise of a tactical success.

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Michael Singh

Video

In-Depth Reports

Assessing U.S. Policy across the Middle East

A panel of senior U.S. and foreign policy practitioners shared insights into the status and course of American policy in the Middle East.

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Elliott Abrams
Tim Kaine
Jean-David Levitte
James Steinberg

United Nations headquarters building in New York - source: Reuters

Articles & Testimony

Obama Correct -- and Canny -- to Refuse a Visa to Iranian Envoy

If the nuclear talks cannot survive this unrelated incident, then the P5+1 must reexamine its narrow approach to the negotiations.

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Michael Singh

Brief Analysis

Iran Seeks to Untangle UN Sanctions

The Islamic Republic has added to its nuclear negotiating team a law professor who has extensive experience making Iran's case in international disputes.

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Steven Ditto

In-Depth Reports

Tightening the Reins

How Khamenei Makes Decisions

This new study by Mehdi Khalaji focuses on explaining the decisionmaking process within Iran's highest political echelon.

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Mehdi Khalaji

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