Bloomberg Talks Former US Ambassador to Israel Dan Kurtzer Talks European Union Talks With Iran
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Jun 20, 2025 Dan Kurtzer, a former U.S. ambassador to Israel and Middle East policy professor at Princeton, discusses the critical diplomatic efforts in Geneva regarding Iran's nuclear ambitions. He emphasizes the urgency for Iran to cease uranium enrichment to enable constructive talks. The conversation dives into the challenges post-U.S. withdrawal from the JCPOA and differing perspectives between U.S. and Israeli intelligence on Iran's nuclear capabilities. Kurtzer also analyzes the potential implications of upcoming negotiations and the roles of Russia and China in this intricate geopolitical landscape.
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No Optimism Without Commitment
- Optimism about Iran talks depends on Iran's readiness to give up uranium enrichment.
- Without that commitment, hopes are unrealistic as diplomacy demands concrete Iranian actions.
Iran's Partial Compliance History
- Iran complied with the 2015 nuclear agreement for three years, addressing violations promptly.
- The deal ended when the U.S. withdrew, revealing Iran's potential for cooperation under strict terms.
Iran's Divided Nuclear Stance
- Iran's willingness to stop uranium enrichment amidst Israeli attacks is uncertain.
- Internal factions differ, some pushing for a nuclear weapon, others weary from losses and isolation.