John Kerry actually said...

"We have been very clear in highlighting to the international community that the JCPOA was negotiated to address Iran's nuclear program only."

"The United States is committed to assisting all Iraqis in their mission to defeat Da'esh."

"But I assure you that, because of the sectarian nature of this, if he thinks he is going to be better off fighting on behalf of a dictator..."

"the absence of diplomatic effort is almost a guarantee of failure."