A reader writes:
I'm really enjoying all your coverage of how we "busted" Iran by letting them know that we know they're building illicit nukes. Yeah, its great we actually called them out on it, and yeah its great that France is involved this time around (though that has more to do with Sarkozy and Chirac than Iran and Iraq), and I certainly don't think Obama has done anything wrong in his navigation of these treacherous waters. But do you realize how silly it is fall all over yourself with glee before a single tangible result has been achieved?
Not much has happened in the past week, aside from a few speeches and photo ops. The Iranian regime still abuses its people, the nuclear program marches on, Israel still feels backed into a corner, Russia isn't exactly on board (yet) with sanctions, there is no indication China ever will be, and the big visit to Riyadh and Cairo yielded absolutely zero movement from the Arab world on the basics Obama was after (recognition, airspace rights, etc.)
That's not to say the wheels aren't in motion. I'm proud of the president, I hope he knows what hes doing- but it's way too early to tell.
I have stated as much myself. I remain skeptical in many areas. But I am thrilled to see some progress and deftness in US diplomacy. Another reader:
The existence of the additional Iranian facility has been known for a number of years by the West. Obama only told us about it now because the Iranians, having confirmed our knowledge of its existence, finally told the IAEA. So what's all the bluster about? I guess that, as usual, you're a sucker for virtually any and all things that you hear from Obama.
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