Hearts in Jerusalem skipped a beat Friday as it seemed the world had done a deal that gave legitimacy to Iran’s nuclear program, thus tying Israel’s hands.

The proposed deal, reports of which referenced only a draft accord not yet approved by all parties, would allow Iran to export some of its uranium to Russia, where it would be enriched, then sent on to France, which would turn the uranium into rods that would then be shipped back to Teheran’s nuclear research center for medical purposes. Continue reading →