PANEL: 'A Potential Breakthrough in U.S.-Iran Nuclear Talks: An American Perspective'

PANEL: A Potential Breakthrough in U.S.-Iran Nuclear Talks: An American Perspective

A third round of talks between Iran and the U.S. over Iran’s nuclear program occurred over the weekend. A potential breakthrough in negotiations would have significant implications for regional security in the Middle East and global security more broadly. This panel will discuss an American perspective on the consequences of a deal and what to expect next.

Panelists:

Dr. Emma Ashford, Senior Fellow, Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program, Stimson Center

Mr. Matthew Duss, Executive Vice President, Center for International Policy

Mr. Mark Pfeifle, Founder, Off the Record Strategies, Former Deputy National Security Advisor for Strategic Communication and Global Outreach, National Security Council, United States of America

Dr. Ben Connable, Executive Director, Battle Research Group

Moderator: Dr. Colin P. Clarke, Director of Research, The Soufan Group; Senior Research Fellow, The Soufan Center

The 2025 Global Security Forum (GSF) took place from April 28–30, 2025, in Doha, Qatar, hosted by The Soufan Center and the Qatar International Academy for Security Studies (QIASS). Held under the auspices of His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, this year’s gathering addressed the theme “The Impact of Non-State Actors on Global Security.” This pivotal theme explored the evolving roles and influences of non-state actors—ranging from private military contractors and transnational terrorist groups to organized criminal networks and violent extremist organizations—on the global security landscape.

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