Richard Leman urges seasoned diplomats to negotiate an end to war in Iran
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Updated · Los Angeles Times · May 7
Richard Leman urges seasoned diplomats to negotiate an end to war in Iran
6 articles · Updated · Los Angeles Times · May 7
In a letter from Honokaa, Hawaii, he said direct US-Iran talks stopped a month ago as fresh attacks put the ceasefire in peril.
Leman argued experienced negotiators should replace President Donald Trump's business associate and son-in-law, saying envoys need latitude for good-faith discussions on ending the conflict.
He also called it counterproductive to maintain a blockade on Iranian shipping while demanding unfettered passage through the Strait of Hormuz, warning bluster and threats should give way to substantive diplomacy.
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