If US-Iran talks collapse, we will enter a dangerous period
There are reasons to believe Israel might unilaterally hit Iran this year, and reasons to doubt it.
At the fifth round of negotiations between Iran and the US, each side has a red line. The problem is that Tehran’s version signals “No Stopping!” while Washington’s means “Stop Here!”.
After four rounds of talks since 12 April, the two sides are now meeting in Rome with Oman again acting as the main mediator. The challenge is one of how to dilute the positions of each side, both seemingly painted in bright red thick lines. The answer to the question of how many more opportunities they will be given is unknown. Watching and waiting for the outcome are the Israelis.