Former diplomats warn Iran conflict likely to intensify despite US nuclear rhetoric
Former Iranian envoy Hossein Mousavian and ex-US diplomat Alan Eyre say the dispute with Iran is set to worsen, not head toward a deal.
Mousavian argues Tehran distrusts U.S. claims that the clash is solely about nuclear weapons, while Eyre contends the Trump administration favors quick victories over diplomatic solutions. Both former negotiators, who helped shape past nuclear talks, told host Steve Clemons that a lasting stalemate or peace agreement appears unlikely. They suggest regional actors must assume greater responsibility, with the United States providing support rather than leading.
Why it matters
Escalation could destabilize the Middle East and affect global security and energy markets.
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