RealClearWorld recently interviewed Wesley Clark, retired general of the US Army, about the situation in Iran. General Clark is a fomer Supreme Allied Commander Europe of NATO and, in 2004, was a Democratic Presidential candidate.

1. What are the key consideration for dealing with Iran?
2. How strong is the split in the Iranian leadership?
3. Is the opposition fading?
4. Did President Obama misstep by expressing his support for the protesters?
5. Should the President still pursue diplomatic talks?
6. What are the other options to engage Iran?
7. How has the perception of the Middle East evolved?
8. Would Mousavi be an improvement?
9. How does the Iran situation affect neighboring nations?

Full Transcript of the RCW-Gen. Clark Interview