Barack Obama actually said...

as long as a threat from Iran persists, we will go forward with a missile defense system that is cost-effective and proven. If the Iranian threat is eliminated, we will have a stronger basis for security and the driving force for missile defense construction in Europe will be removed.

Context

Obama emphasizes the need for missile defense due to the ongoing Iranian threat.

05/09/2012

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