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In The Media

On the Iran Nuclear Deal

A wide-ranging discussion on the Iran nuclear deal, the future of the Middle East, and Russia’s role after the Ukraine crisis with Charlie Rose.

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By William J. Burns
Published on Jul 21, 2015

Source: Charlie Rose

William J. Burns, president of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, spoke with Charlie Rose about the Iran nuclear deal.

This interview was originally broadcast on Charlie Rose.

About the Author

William J. Burns

Former Carnegie President (2015-2021)

A former career diplomat, William J. Burns served as director of the CIA, deputy secretary of State, and ambassador to Russia and Jordan. Burns was also president of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace from 2015 to 2021.

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