Former US Hostage John Limbert Says ‘Iron Fist’ Approach Fails with Iran
John Limbert, a former American captive in Tehran, argues that military pressure will not improve US-Iran relations.
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John Limbert, a former American captive in Tehran, argues that military pressure will not improve US-Iran relations.
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