Although the United States and Iran do not have diplomatic relations for 35 years, their leaders communicate. The proof this letter from President Obama to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader. A letter sent in secret last month, according to the Wall Street Journal. This would be the fourth since Obama's arrival at the White House in 2009.
The purpose of this letter is the common struggle against the Islamic state group. Barack Obama wants to discuss cooperation, provided there is an agreement on the Iranian nuclear issue.
"There is a long tradition of mistrust between our two countries, recently said President Obama. Can they agree on what is best for Iran, the better for the region, the better for the world? We'll know in the coming weeks. "
An agreement must be reached by November 24 to allow Iran to pursue a civilian nuclear program only in exchange for a lifting of international sanctions. Tehran is accused of trying to build the atomic bomb.
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