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Why Diplomacy Was the Better Strategy Than War With Iran, with Jonathan Freedland

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March 17, 2026

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Jonathan Freedland makes the case for why diplomacy may have been a better path than war with Iran. He breaks down missed opportunities, internal divisions in Iran, and the risks of escalation.

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