The strange dance between Washington and Tehran

The reality of negotiations between warring enemies has never been surprising, as it is a historical reality that has accompanied the lifespan of humanity, the emergence of states, and the outbreak of wars. The annual gathering of the United Nations General Assembly in its regular session, the largest diplomatic demonstration bringing together world leaders and officials from every corner of the globe, has become an international tradition. It reflects the world’s chaotic and heavily crisis-laden state, necessitating at least this annual gathering in an attempt to mitigate the impact of global, regional, and local repercussions of conflicts among states and international congregations.