On the recordFebruary 14, 2012
The administration's neglect of the dangers in the Iran-Venezuela bonds assumes greater importance against the backdrop of the rising tensions in the Middle East.
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congress.govThe administration's neglect of the dangers in the Iran-Venezuela bonds assumes greater importance against the backdrop of the rising tensions in the Middle East.
Lugar criticizes the Obama administration for underestimating Iran-Venezuela threats.
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