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Seminar

The Edge of Success? The Iranian Nuclear Negotiations and the Future Regional Order

RSVP Required Open to the Public

The news released April 2nd about a framework agreement reached between Iran and the P5+1 heralds an important success in the diplomatic process to prevent Iran from pursuing a nuclear weapon. However, many questions about the deal's parameters, implementation and effects. This seminar will explore these questions and others relating to the announcement of the framework agreement.

This seminar will be open to Harvard students, staff, and faculty only, and will require an RSVP.

Date: Time: - Location: Taubman Building - Wiener Auditorium, Ground Floor
Secretary of State Kerry, Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif, and other diplomats from the P5+1 announce the framework agreement on Iran's nuclear program.

About

With the news of a framework agreement between Iran and the P5+1 on Iran's nuclear program, the diplomatic process that began in November of 2013 has come closer than ever to a comprehensive deal. If a deal is finalized, it has the potential to transform the regional landscape as well as altering relations between the United States, Iran, and other regional powers. What are the challenges that remain in reaching a final agreement? If an agreement is reached, what kind of implementation challenges await? How will an agreement impact US-Iran relations, and shape conflict and cooperation in a broader regional context? Join us to discuss these questions raised by the most recent developments in the nuclear negotiations.

Speakers:

Gary Samore, Executive Director for Research, Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs

Chuck Freilich, Senior Fellow, International Security Program and former Deputy National Security Adviser to the Israeli Government

Ali Vaez, Senior Iran Analyst, International Crisis Group;

The discussion will be moderated by Payam Mohseni