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A Better Iran Deal Needed
(Washington Post) Editorial - The latest pause in the talks with Iran on its nuclear program was fortunate. The Obama administration could profitably spend the time before the next round of talks ensuring that whatever terms it puts forward for limiting Iranian nuclear capacity have broad support in Washington and among U.S. allies. Israel and some congressional critics say any easing of sanctions should only follow decisive moves by Iran to give up its capacity to enrich uranium or produce plutonium, the key elements in nuclear bombs. They warn that any relaxation of pressure could lead to an unintended crumbling of the sanctions regime. One concern is the new heavy-water reactor: Iran wanted to continue its construction during negotiations. Since it's hard to imagine a permanent settlement that allowed for the operation of the facility, the West should insist on a freeze.