131. What Has Impeded Progress In U.S.-Iran Relations?
- Author:
- Ray Takeyh
- Publication Date:
- 01-2001
- Content Type:
- Policy Brief
- Institution:
- The Washington Institute for Near East Policy
- Abstract:
- After much experimentation, the Clinton administration settled on a policy of incremental normalization with Iran, whereby the United States and Iran would gradually improve their relations through mutual concessions and confidence-building measures. As the Bush team assesses policy options towards Iran, it is important to note the meager results of the Clinton team's creative efforts.
- Topic:
- International Relations and Politics
- Political Geography:
- United States, Iran, and Middle East