Amb. Chas Freeman: Emergency Diplomacy! Oman’s FM Flies to Washington to Avert War with Iran
Analysis of US-Iran tensions amid Geneva talks mediated by Oman. While negotiations show diplomatic progress with technical teams set to meet in Vienna, concerns grow they may mask preparations for military action. Key discussion points: Israel's push for confrontation viewed as primary driver, with nuclear concerns argued as pretext; China and Russia supplying Iran advanced defense systems while advocating international law against US unilateralism; criticism of inexperienced US negotiators lacking diplomatic background; mainstream media bias favoring escalation despite polls showing most…
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