Although we continue to believe that there is time and space for a diplomatic solution to Iran's nuclear program, as the President has said, all options remain on the table.
Diplomatic solutions are preferred, but military options are still considered.
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I do not agree with that, Mr. Conyers, because I think what this would do--that suggests that the sources of these terrorist acts are countries like ours...
Certainly not. The President and certainly the Secretary have said many times that Assad's departure is absolutely critical to any future in Syria.
The Saudis, over the past 15 years, have instituted a very broad range of steps that have cut off financing for terrorists.
There is no military solution, and the international community cannot afford a continuation of the status quo.