As Saudis Bomb Yemen, Iran Just Has to Sit Back
Doubts about the kingdom’s ability to meet its stated objectives in Yemen are growing.
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Russia Risks Proxy Arms Race with S-300 Delivery
The delivery of the missile system could compel America to bolster its support for Arab states.
Iran Hails Nuclear Deal as Step Toward Improved Relations
Iran’s president says he hopes a nuclear agreement will lead to broader rapprochement with the West.
Airstrikes Deepen Iranian-Saudi Proxy War in Yemen
Saudi Arabia launches airstrikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen to restore its recognized president.
America Is Starting to Pivot on the Shia-Sunni Divide
Rapprochement with Iran will upset America’s allies but ultimately help it advance its strategic goals.
Kerry Assures Arabs Iran Deal Is No Grand Bargain
The secretary tries to convince Saudi Arabia that a deal with Iran won’t foreshadow a broader rapprochement.
Republicans Warn Iran Deal with Obama May Not Last
Senators warn Iran that any deal they reach with Barack Obama could easily be undone by his successor.
Iran Rushes to Help Consolidate Houthi Rule in Yemen
Iranian media celebrate the acquisition of another “ally” after Houthi leaders arrive in Tehran for talks.
Iran Should Freeze Nuclear Program for Decade: Obama
The president calls on Iran to suspend its nuclear program.
As Deadline Nears, Obstacles to Iran Nuclear Deal Remain
Negotiations have yet to resolve the security dilemmas that underpin Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
Iran, Syria Are No Allies in Defeating the Islamic State
Enemies of America that enabled the Islamic State in the first place can hardly be expected to help defeat it.
Iran Says Pilot Died in Iraq, Confirming Military Presence
Iran seems to confirm it deployed jet aircraft to support the Iraqi government in announcing the death of a military pilot.
Senators Pull Support from Iran Sanctions After Ultimatum
President Barack Obama’s promise to veto more Iran sanctions appears to be having an effect.
Kerry Faces Skeptical House Panel on Iran Nuclear Deal
Lawmakers question if Iran can be trusted and the sanctions relief isn’t going too far.
Senate Threatens More Sanctions as Iran Talks Resume
Lawmakers plan new sanctions against Iran, regardless of what progress is made in Geneva.