6 Reasons Iran Deal Was Good for America
Diplomacy is never easy. Top diplomats of Iran, the United States and other permanent members of the U.N. Security Council, plus Germany, spent three days debating a first, interim deal on Iran’s nuclear program. And an agreement was found: After 34 years of estrangement, Iran and the U.S. were finally on the same page.
Major Progress in Iran Nuclear Talks
Secretary of State John Kerry, Foreign Minister Javad Zarif, High Representative Catherine Ashton, and many other negotiators deserve tremendous credit for bringing the P5+1 and Iran to the brink of a deal.
Iran Nuclear Talks Media Advisory: NIAC Experts Available for Analysis
Experts from the National Iranian American Council (NIAC) will be available to media before, during and after the conclusion of nuclear negotiations between the United States, other members of the P5+1 and Iran in Geneva.
Iran talks: Do We Want a Deal or a War?
Make no mistake: The deal the Obama administration is pursuing with Iran over its nuclear program is a good deal. It will leave Iran with neither a nuclear weapon nor an undetectable breakout capability. And by ensuring that the deal also is a win for Iran, Tehran won’t have incentives to cheat and violate the agreement.
Open Letter from Trita Parsi to MEP Hannes Swoboda
NIAC President Trita President penned an open letter to MEP and S&D chair Hannes Swoboda, praising his efforts in leading the first delegation from the European Parliament to Iran since 2007. NIAC President Trita President penned an open letter to Member of the European Parliament and S&D Chair Hannes Swoboda, praising his efforts in leading […]
Serious Progress and a Familiar Roadmap at Iran Nuclear Talks
After years of disappointment and awkward exchanges that only exacerbated tensions, Tuesday’s nuclear negotiations between Iran and world powers concluded on an almost effusive note.
TED: Are Israel and Iran Destined to Enmity?
There isn’t a day when the current enmity of Iran and Israel isn’t grabbing global headlines. But are these countries destined to be enemies? Is a war between the two inevitable? Not at all. Behind the surface, there is a remarkably different story.
Pushing Peace: How Israel Can Help the United States Strike a Deal With Iran – And Why It Should
“It is increasingly clear that Netanyahu ultimately fears the success of diplomacy, not its failure. But Israel, and its national security establishment, should not see a diplomatic resolution to the Iranian nuclear standoff as a threat,” said Trita Parsi.
NIAC Applauds Historic Phone-Call Between Obama and Rouhani
The President of the National Iranian American Council released the following statement in regard to the historic telephone conversation between President Barack Obama and President Hassan Rouhani.
For U.S.-Iran, It’s All in the Timing
Four years after President Barack Obama famously extended his hand of friendship to Iran, Tehran finally seems willing to unclench its fist. The most decisive geopolitical handshake of this decade may take place today at the United Nations.
The Dish: Rouhani’s Make-Or-Break Moment
The Dish: Rouhani’s Make-Or-Break MomentMonday, September 23, 2013 By: Trita Parsi (Special to The Dish) In a follow-up video from Trita Parsi, he explains how much power the new Iranian president actually holds and how little time he has to use it.
The Dish: AIPAC Readies To Kill Outreach To Iran
The Dish: AIPAC Readies To Kill Outreach To IranMonday, September 23, 2013 By: Trita Parsi (Special to The Dish) In the latest video from NIAC founder Trita Parsi, he explains that, if Rouhani hopes to maintain his power, his diplomatic efforts must ultimately improve Iran’s economy.