It seems that President Obama has decided to drop Bush's precondition that the Iranians stop processing nuclear fuel before negotiations can begin. This is an important step towards a more stable Middle East. But, I think that any negotiations before Ahmadinejad is gone from office would only strengthen the hardliners position. If Obama negotiates with Iran while the hardliners are still in control it may be taken as a victory for the hardliners and their policies and give them an advantage in the upcoming elections. On the other hand, if negotiations take place with Ahmadinejad still in power there might be a reason for Iranians to be less wary of U.S. imperialism and would not feel the need to elect such aggressive leaders again. If that were to happen the reformers would be in a better position. In any case, it is good to know that the situation is improving and that there most likely will be negotiations in the near future.
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