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John McCain: “The fall of Bashar Assad would be the greatest blow to the Iranians in 25 years.”

On the recordMay 28, 2013
The fall of Bashar Assad would be the greatest blow to the Iranians in 25 years.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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Senator McCain emphasizes the strategic importance of removing Bashar Assad from power.

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