Gulf Research Center

“Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions: Confronting a Common Challenge”

Presentation and Meeting with Ambassador Gregory L. Schulte, U.S. Permanent Representative at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) 

 December 12, 2007

Introduction:

The visit by Amb. Schulte comes at a critical time as there are renewed concerns about the future direction and scope of the Iranian nuclear program and US-Iran relations. In addition to the IAEA’s report, there are also discussions in the UN Security Council over possible additional sanctions to be imposed on Tehran. This follows renewed pressure by the US which recently imposed its own unilateral sanctions on Iran. Given the widespread implications for regional Gulf security, it is necessary to fully understand the US position on this issue and get a sense of the direction that near-term developments could take.