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Iran is pursuing its national interests rationally—and that is the United States’ best hope. The post Tehran’s Pragmatists Are Still Open to Diplomacy appeared first on The American Conservative
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Tehran’s Pragmatists Are Still Open to Diplomacy
The American Conservative (United States) | Sep 9, 2026
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Negotiations with Iran should not proceed without strict verification mechanisms in place.
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Iran's historical track record suggests that diplomacy will ultimately fail to yield positive outcomes.
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Any diplomatic engagement with Iran must include verification mechanisms robust enough to reassure Gulf allies and Congress.
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The United States should test Iran's willingness to negotiate by proposing verifiable, phased sanctions relief tied to specific nuclear concessions.
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The U.S. must use diplomacy as a tool to address and mitigate Iran's regional influence.
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The international community should support Tehran's pragmatists as they pursue diplomatic solutions.
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Whether diplomacy succeeds or fails, the United States must maintain credible military readiness to deter Iranian aggression in the Gulf.
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The U.S. should prioritize rebuilding trust with Iran through consistent and sincere diplomatic efforts.
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Iran and the United States should prioritize establishing confidential back-channel communication to prevent accidental escalation, regardless of broader negotiation status.
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The United States should not engage in diplomacy with Iran until there is a clear commitment to cease nuclear development.
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