Iran's Detained Americans Could Be Used to Sweeten Nuclear Talks: Ex-Hostage Envoy Warns
A former US hostage negotiator warns that Iran may use detained Americans as a 'sweetener' in nuclear talks, saying they are tougher negotiators than other countries. The expert notes that the Iranians are more demanding than the Russians, Chinese and Taliban in past negotiations.
Iran is reportedly considering using detained Americans as a potential 'sweetener' in nuclear talks, according to a former lead hostage negotiator who warns that Iranian negotiators are more tough and demanding than those from other countries such as Russia, China, and the Taliban. The diplomat expressed concern that the release of American hostages could be used to pressure the US into making concessions in nuclear negotiations. This comes as tensions remain high between the US and Iran over issues including the US's withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal and its reimposition of sanctions on Tehran. The former negotiator described the Iranian approach as 'very hardball'.
