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Retired U.S. Iran Expert Takes Long View of Iran [audio 4min]

Retired U.S. Ambassador John Limbert has his own unique view of America's current diplomatic dance with Iran. Limbert has intimate knowledge of the country, its culture and language. He was posted to Iran in 1979 and spent 14 months as a hostage there. He has not been back since, but remains enthralled by Iran.
Read entire article at NPR "Morning Edition"