Publication

6 Mar 2017

Formulating an effective Iran policy will be challenging for the Trump administration, particularly if it hopes to 1) curb Tehran’s regional influence; 2) deter “provocative measures”; and 3) prevent violations of the JCPOA nuclear agreement. In response, this text argues that Trump should pursue two ends – i.e., strike a balance between deterrence and open dialogue, and help strengthen moderate elements within the Iranian government.

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Author Eldad Shavit, Sima Shine, Anna Catran
Series INSS Insights
Issue 903
Publisher Institute for National Security Studies (INSS)
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