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Trump Says He’s Ready for Diplomacy. Iran? Not So Much.

30 March - 29 mins
Podcast Series The Daily

Despite his threats of escalation, President Trump seems increasingly determined to end the war in Iran through negotiations. The Iranian government doesn’t appear to be on the same page.

David E. Sanger, a national security correspondent for The New York Times, discusses the standoff over turning from war to diplomacy. 

Guest: David E. Sanger, the White House and national security correspondent for The New York Times.

Background reading: 

The United States is said to have circulated a peace plan. It has also sent more troops to the Middle East.

Mr. Trump’s wild swings from de-escalation to escalation have given his management of the war an erratic feel.

Photo: Arash Khamooshi for Th...

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