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Originally Posted by Villages Kahuna
Negotiators from the U.S. and five other western countries in Baghdad ended this round of discussions with Iran in another stalemate. Iran refused any reductions whatsoever in it's nuclear enrichment operations. They continue at the same pace as before on their nuclear program, except much of it has now been moved to a super-secure underground facility. There are no next steps or meetings planned other than a scheduled tightening of economic sanctions by the U.S. and some other western countries against Iran. Neither China or Russia have agreed to participate, either in the negotiations or in the sanctions. Both countries continue to trade freely with Iran.
I wonder whether this important world issue will replace discussions of important issues like gay rights and whether or not Bain Capital was a job creator or job destroyer in our Presidential debates?
Now what? Looks like the only ball still in play is in Israel's court. Hold onto your hats.
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Yes, Iran officially insists it is their absolute right to continue enrichment programs, and that it is strictly for peaceful purposes, blah, blah. But it looks like all parties will meet again in June, to the surprise of some. Yes the Israelis are fuming. So be it. The hint is that Iran will allow increased inspections, and their willingness to keep talking is a clear sign that sanctions are really getting to them. The drop in oil prices helps.
Hey, it's what we've got, and better than the war posturing of last month.
Decent work by Hillary and the troops if you ask me.