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Washington and Moscow are linked as primary geopolitical rivals, evidenced by their mutual use of diplomatic outposts for intelligence gathering [1] and their history of bilateral arms control negotiations [2]. Furthermore, they frequently hold opposing diplomatic stances regarding international agreements involving nations like Iran [3] and [4].
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An Integrated U.S. Strategy to Address Iran's Nuclear and Regional ... carnegieendowment.org 2 facts
perspectiveWashington argues that Iran must be penalized for violating the nuclear agreement, whereas Beijing, Moscow, and most of Europe advocate for preserving the deal through diplomacy rather than increased pressure.
claimBarack Obama's early efforts to engage Iran helped convince Brussels, Beijing, and Moscow that the obstacle to negotiations was Tehran, not Washington.
How the war in Ukraine changed Russia's global standing | Brookings brookings.edu 1 fact
claimRegular bilateral discussions on arms control, nuclear weapons, and strategic stability between Moscow and Washington have ceased, ending a practice that had been a mainstay of the relationship since 1972.
Rethinking Espionage in the Modern Era cjil.uchicago.edu 1 fact
quoteFor over 70 years, Moscow has staffed its embassy and consulates in the United States with intelligence operatives tasked with stealing significant secrets, a practice mirrored by Washington's use of diplomatic outposts in Russia.