Bringing Iran Into the Nuclear Fold

Charles D. Ferguson, The Christian Science Monitor | September 9, 2008

Despite negotiations with the EU and sanctions from the US, the ultimate purpose of Iran's nuclear facilities remains unclear. ++ A closer relationship is needed to monitor Iran's nuclear activity. ++ This relationship should be business oriented, allowing Iran to develop its nuclear energy capabilities, which would in turn be purchased by clients such as the US, France, and Russia. ++ A commercial relationship would allow monitoring of Iranian facilities and would also bring Iran into the international community.