Iran negotiates with one hand and fires missiles with the other
While the Trump administration continues pursuing negotiations with Tehran, Iran has once again demonstrated how it views diplomacy.
TL;DR
- Debris from an Iranian Fateh-110 ballistic missile struck Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait.
- Approximately five Americans were injured, and two MQ-9 Reaper drones were damaged.
- The incident occurred during active diplomatic negotiations between the US and Iran.
- The article suggests Iran uses negotiations to delay, reduce pressure, and maintain strategic flexibility.
- It questions the efficacy of diplomacy when a partner is unwilling to de-escalate.