Tehran -
The Iran stand-off has evolved over 35 years and while the latest deal with Iran over its nuclear ambitions and the U.S.’s sanctions are not the end of it — it is a significant step in the right direction.
Spurred by the interim deal over Iran’s nuclear program, Turkey has seized the opportunity to show its regional prowess as it re-engages with an old friend.
New York -
Iran and the United States ended 35 years of diplomatic dudgeon last night as President Obama and Iranian President Hassan Rouhani chatted on the telephone then took to Twitter exchanging a series of cordial tweets.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has thrown down the Gauntlet to the Merchants of War and Death by presenting the Best Picture Award to "Argo," a movie reminding us that peace is the best way to save American lives.
New York -
According to U.S. officials, Iran and the U.S. have agreed to one-on-one negotiations. The talks on Iran's nuclear program will take place immediately after the U.S. election the officials told the New York Times.
Washington -
On Saturday (Sept. 22) the U.S. Senate voted 90 to 1 to pass a non-binding resolution that would prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. The lone senator voting against the resolution was Rand Paul, son of Ron Paul the well-known libertarian.
Sydney -
Middle Eastern perceptions of the threat of a war with Iran and those of the West are very different. Exactly how different can be seen in the speculation is appearing online in the region regarding the ramifications of a US/Iran war.
