1. India Eyes Privileged Partner Poll

    India will have been paying close attention to parliamentary elections in Russia. The two countries have plenty of shared defense, strategic and nuclear interests.

  2. Why No One Wants an Iran Deal

    The U.S., China, Russia and Israel all have reasons for not wanting to negotiate a settlement to the Iran nuclear crisis. So does Tehran.

  3. Memo to Iran: Obama Won’t Let It Go

    The latest IAEA report on Iran’s nuclear program has strengthened the hand of those calling for tougher action. But the U.S. should open the diplomacy door wider.

  4. China’s Underground Great Wall

    Some analysts suggest China’s vast network of underground tunnels is evidence it is undertaking a massive build-up of its nuclear arsenal. Actually, China has reason to worry about the US.

  5. Did Iran Really Plan a US Hit Job?

    The US has accused Iran of planning to detonate an explosive device to kill the Saudi Arabian ambassador. The Diplomat asks Iran analyst Michael Rubin for his take.

  6. Is Iran Ready to Compromise?

    There are some encouraging signs Iran may be willing to compromise over its nuclear programme. But is the Obama administration willing to listen?

  7. South Asia’s Nuclear Arms Racing

    As long as Pakistan feels threatened by India’s superior conventional forces it will likely continue its nuclear build-up. What can the West do?