A Deal With Iran Requires an Iran that Can Make One
Project Syndicate • 3/9/2026
Summary
US President Donald Trump's strategy regarding Venezuela was somewhat effective because the state did not collapse. However, the situation in Iran may differ, as Trump's war partners, Israel and the Kurds, have their own interests that may not align with maintaining a stable authority in Iran.
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