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Israeli Actions in Iran Threaten U.S. Diplomatic Efforts

3/17/2026

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Trita Parsi, executive vice president of the Quincy Institute, said Israeli actions in Iran could affect United States diplomacy amid reports of key figures' killings.
Parsi noted it remains unclear whether Ali Larijani was killed.
Parsi added that a death could hinder diplomatic efforts with the U.S.
Parsi concluded the Iranian regime's survival hinges on its support base, not military outcomes.

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Trita Parsi, executive vice president of the Quincy Institute, said Israeli actions in Iran could affect United States diplomacy amid reports of key figures' killings.
Parsi noted it remains unclear whether Ali Larijani was killed.
Parsi added that a death could hinder diplomatic efforts with the U.S.
Parsi concluded the Iranian regime's survival hinges on its support base, not military outcomes.