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    A Moment of Opportunity in US-Iranian Relations?

    America's rapprochement with Cuba has changed international diplomacy and domestic politics.  Could Iran be next?   President Obama recently told NPR that Iran has "incredible talent and resources and sophistication" — if it could "break through its isolation."

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    By Warren Olney • Jan 9, 2015 • 1 min read

    America's rapprochement with Cuba has changed international diplomacy and domestic politics. Could Iran be next? President Obama recently told NPR that Iran has "incredible talent and resources and sophistication" — if it could "break through its isolation." President Hassan Rouhani recently took on his country's hardliners in a speech of "jaw-dropping boldness." That has some diplomats and reporters talking about a nuclear deal that could be a game-changer. Is that wishful thinking? Would Congress and America's allies, including Israel, find it unacceptable?

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      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

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    Terrorism in France: The Ordeal Continues
    1. 1:43Three French Terrorists Killed in Police Raids
    2. 25:01A Moment of Opportunity in US-Iranian Relations?You’re reading this
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