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On the recordDecember 20, 1979
The United States prefers a peaceful solution, in preference to the other remedies which are available to us under international law.
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Jimmy Carter
Democratic · Georgia

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International Economic Sanctions Against Iran Remarks Announcing Intention To Seek United Nations Action.

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