Barack Obama actually said...
I've made it clear that the United States respects the sovereignty of the Islamic Republic of Iran and is not interfering with Iran's affairs. But we must also bear witness to the courage and dignity of the Iranian people and the remarkable opening within Iranian society. And we deplore the violence against innocent civilians anywhere that it takes place.
Context
President Obama emphasizes the U.S. respect for Iran's sovereignty while condemning violence against civilians.
06/22/2009