If we want Iran to act as a normal country, we must hold it to standards.  “Nobel Foundation cancels Russia, Belarus, Iran invites to annual prize awards,” Reuters, 9-2-23.  They saw the light regarding inviting rogue regimes who are not peaceful.

“Iran Reportedly Receives Russian Jets, But They Aren’t The Long-Sought-After Su-35 Flanker,” Forbes, 9-2-23.  Russia can act rationally more often than Iran, as it is not driven by religious Islamic fervor.  Here, Russia puts its own security needs first.

“UN rights group: Iranian hijab bill constitutes ‘gender apartheid’,” AFP, 9-2-23.  Bill increases fines against women without a hijab and includes new penalties such as car confiscation.