Iran’s Deceptive Negotiation Playbook
An analysis from the Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs argues that Iran’s recent talks with the U.S. over Hizbullah, Hormuz, and its nuclear file follow Tehran’s long‑standing doctrine of deception: negotiate as a strategic move while pursuing leverage, escalate across multiple fronts, and buy time for stronger positions. The piece contends this isn’t a diplomatic breakdown but a consistent pattern of dissimulation (taqiyya/ketman) aimed at pressuring Western interlocutors, with the Strait of Hormuz repeatedly opened/closed to suit Tehran. It warns that only overwhelming, sustained pressure will deter the regime’s behavior and urges policymakers to recognize this recurring logic in future engagements.