Sen. Corker calls on Congress to reject Iran accord
US Republican Senator Bob Corker has called on Congress to reject the nuclear agreement with Iran. Corker, the influential chairman of the…
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U.S. senate GOP leader concedes Iran deal ‘likely’ to succeed
U.S. President Barack Obama has “a great likelihood of success” in his showdown with congressional Republicans on the Iran nuclear deal, Senate…
Obama can do Iran nuclear deal even if Congress disapproves
WASHINGTON (AP) — The September vote on the Iran nuclear deal is billed as a titanic standoff between President Barack Obama and…
Iran is still the winner even if Congress rejects nuclear deal: Salehi
We do not break with norms and stay committed to our obligations, because we believe in logic, Salehi said. Because of the…
Iran deal critics undermine American leadership
America’s allies must be shaking their heads as they watch some members of Congress trying to kill the Vienna Agreement that prevents…
Former US national security adviser endorses Iran deal
Bipartisanship, which has been in short supply since the Iran nuclear agreement was announced in July, is showing tentative signs of life…
Iran deal supporters have more cred. But opponents have the media-savvy
It’s entirely predictable, yet demoralizing, that experts are largely ignored in public debate over politicians who are fed talking points by lobbyists…
PAAIA launches Ad campaign in support of Iran nuclear deal
Washington, D.C. – As Congress begins its deliberations on the Iran Nuclear Deal, the Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans (PAAIA) is…
No recess for Obama on Iran
The White House and its allies are redoubling their efforts to win support for the Iran nuclear deal during President Obama’s two-week…
All alone: Only Israel, US Congress want Iran sanctions to remain – Obama
Obama said it was “demonstrable” that support for anti-Iran sanctions was waning, despite Israel’s and US Congress’ staunch opposition to the JCPOA.…
U.S. officials assure Congress on Iran sanctions ‘snapbacks’
Obama administration officials told lawmakers on Wednesday that sanctions relief under the Iran nuclear deal will not be allowed to be used…
Democrats happy with Obama outreach as they weigh Iran deal
WASHINGTON (AP) — Determined to secure support for the Iran nuclear deal, President Barack Obama is making inroads with a tough constituency…
Why China likes the Iran deal
(CNN)As members of Congress debate whether to back the deal over Iran’s nuclear program, one source of support seems guaranteed — China.…
U.S. Democrats see ‘fire wall’ holding to preserve Iran deal
U.S. backers of the Iran nuclear deal are increasingly confident of enough Democratic support to ensure it survives review by Congress, despite…
Congress, Iran and ‘side deals’: What you need to know
So-called ‘side deals’ have become a big problem for the White House in its efforts to sell skeptical lawmakers on the Iran…
Obama tells liberals: I can’t carry Iran deal on my own
The White House is mounting a vigorous push to convince liberals to back the Iran deal. In recent days, President Obama, Vice…
Foreign insurers taking cautious look at Iran after nuclear deal
Western and Middle East insurance specialists see Iran as an appealing $8 billion (£5 billion) market in the wake of its nuclear…
Kerry: US congress rejecting nuclear deal to boost Iran’s weapon program
John Kerry warned that Congress’ possible decision to veto the Iran nuclear agreement may backfire and result in Tehran’s development of weapons.…
New congressional sanctions on Iran may violate nuclear deal – US senator
The Iran nuclear deal may decrease the Congress’ ability to introduce new sanctions. WASHINGTON (Sputnik), Leandra Bernstein — The Iranian nuclear agreement, or…
Kerry pushes back against critics of Iran deal
WASHINGTON (AP) — Secretary of State John Kerry bluntly challenged critics of the Obama administration’s nuclear deal with Iran on Thursday, calling…
Israeli-occupied US Congress seeks war with Iran: Analyst
The Zionist lobby in the United States is using its tremendous influence in Congress to place Israel’s interest ahead of America’s, including…
Rubio tries to give democrats a ‘stark choice’ on Iran nuclear deal
Democrats in the US Congress will face a moment of truth when they are called upon to vote on the Iran nuclear…
US will lose ‘all credibility’ if Congress rejects nuclear deal: Kerry
Tehran, July 21, IRNA – US Secretary of State John Kerry voiced concerned about the rejection of the Iran nuclear deal by…
Europe backs Iran nuclear deal in signal to U.S. Congress
The European Union approved the Iran nuclear deal with world powers on Monday, a first step toward lifting Europe’s economic sanctions against…
UN vote on Iran nuclear deal irks Congress
Tehran, July 20, IRNA – A US newspaper has commented on the attitude of the US Congress towards Iran’s nuclear deal. “During…
Congressional vote on Iran would be ‘devastating’ for US: White House
If Congress goes ahead with Iran vote, and lawmakers reject the successful conclusion of nuclear talks, it will be “devastating” for the…
Iran nuclear deal to test relationship between Obama, political parties
Experts claim that the nuclear deal between the P5+1 countries and Iran reached on Tuesday will challenge the relationship President Barack Obama…
US Congress will attempt to kill Iran nuclear conclusion: Journalist
The Zionist-dominated legislative branch in the United States will attempt to vote against the conclusion of nuclear talks between Iran and six…
Obama warns Congress not to stand in way of Iran deal
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama heralded a historic nuclear agreement with Iran Tuesday as an opportunity for the longtime foes to…
Kerry to Congress: Don’t turn your backs on Iran nuclear conclusion
US Secretary of State John Kerry urges Congress not to reject the outcome of nuclear talks between Iran and the P5+1 group…
McConnell: Iran deal will be ‘hard sell’ in Congress
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky and other congressional leaders are expressing doubts about Congress signing off on…
White House says longer Congress review of Iran deal won’t matter
White House spokesman Josh Earnest has suggested that there would be no problem for longer Congress review period of a potential nuclear…
US Congress can’t prevent Iran nuclear deal from finalizing: Analyst
The US Congress cannot prevent Iran and the P5+1 group of countries from securing a final nuclear agreement, a former US Senate…
Congress heads back to work with looming funding deadline
WASHINGTON (AP) — Members of Congress return Tuesday from July Fourth fireworks and parades facing a daunting summer workload and an impending…
Congress sharpens its knives ahead of Iran deal
Congress is sharpening its knives with just one week to go before the June 30 deadline for a nuclear deal with Iran.…
House rejects bid to bring US troops home
The US House of Representatives has rejected a measure to force President Barack Obama to withdraw US troops from Iraq and stop…
What lies behind Iran’s distrust of West on nuclear talks?
Tehran, June 18, The Iran Project – Nowadays, negotiation is the best diplomatic tool to deal with the international affairs and the…
Iran nuke deal tough to stop in Congress, US politician
Tehran, June 18, IRNA – An American politician said she expected that the US President Barack Obama will press the Congress to…
Iran denies report on possible delay in lifting sanctions after N. deal
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Head of the Iranian team of experts engaged in nuclear negotiations with six world powers rejected a recent report…
US official: UN sanctions could be reapplied if Iran cheats
WASHINGTON (AP) — Two weeks before negotiators hope to reach a nuclear agreement with Iran, the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations…