The Whiplash of the U.S.-Iran Peace Talks
The U.S.-Iran peace talks are experiencing rapid changes, raising questions about the effectiveness of Trump's strategy. Key issues include Iran's nuclear program and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts are debating whether the ongoing conflict has strengthened or weakened Iran's position in negotiations.
- ▪The peace talks between the U.S. and Iran are marked by rapidly shifting reports.
- ▪Major sticking points include the future of Iran's nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz.
- ▪There is ongoing debate about whether the war has weakened or emboldened Iran.
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The Political Scene PodcastThe Whiplash of the U.S.-Iran Peace TalksRapidly shifting reports on a possible agreement to end the war suggest that Trump may not know what he’s doing—and may get far less than he wanted.With Tyler FoggattMay 27, 2026Save this storySave this storySave this storySave this storyListen and subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Wherever You ListenSign up to receive our twice-weekly News & Politics newsletter.The New Yorker contributing writer Robin Wright joins Tyler Foggatt to discuss the state of peace talks between the U.S. and Iran. They talk about the evolving terms—and major sticking points—of a potential agreement between the two countries, including the future of Iran’s nuclear program and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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