Despite renewed fighting at the beginning of the week, the prospects for a deal with Iran appear to be much stronger now than in the past. The latest U.S. strikes no doubt helped persuade the Islamic regime to make a deal.
Here’s one indication of the seriousness of the negotiations: Four C-17 military cargo planes left for Europe yesterday. These planes are reportedly carrying vehicles and other equipment for Vice President Vance when he arrives in Geneva, Switzerland, to sign the agreement, possibly this weekend. The C-17s wouldn’t be going to Europe without some degree of certainty.