Say what you want, but Rubio has consistently demonstrated a stronger understanding of the specifics of Iran policy (esp. sanctions) than anyone else in the admin. When asked re: sanctions relief, he says that any relief offered to Iran will be conditional on Iran taking verifiable steps on its nuclear program, but he also stresses that there are "international, Congressional, and executive sanctions," and the admin has the power over some but not all. Worth keeping in mind when thinking about this issue, and the potential for any deal that goes beyond the current one-page MOU. Iran will want sanctions relief, and the US govt may not be in a position to provide it to an extent Iran finds acceptable--not immediately, and possibly never.

This week, we hosted nearly 100 young professionals and students for the 2026 Mort Abramowitz Junior Fellows conference. The full day of programming featured expert panels and breakout sessions on the most pressing issues in foreign policy today and how to build effective policy in a turbulent world. To cap off the day, we were joined by @margbrennan, moderator of @CBSNews's @FaceTheNation, for a keynote conversation moderated by Carnegie's @danbbaer. She offered reflections on her reporting career and lessons for young professionals interested in the intersection of foreign policy and media.

🎤 In the fourth episode of the NukeChat podcast, Dr @meganjanedee (@ustirhistpol) and Dr @toby_dalton (@CarnegieEndow) explore nuclear responsibilities as they relate to nuclear non-proliferation (1/3) buff.ly/J2tul1s

Next Monday, April 13, the Bulletin will host a virtual panel on concerns around nuclear power plants becoming war targets, particularly in Iran and Ukraine, and the implications for the future of nuclear energy. Watch on our YouTube channel. ⬇️ youtube.com/live/CQGbJKEbzy8