Anne W. Patterson: “The Saudis, over the past 15 years, have instituted a very broad range of steps that have cut off financing for…”

Thanks to the indispensable role played by Congress and with international support, we have put in place an unprecedented sanctions regime against Iran.

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.

There is absolutely no evidence that the Saudis have been involved in the 9/11 attacks.

Our policy in Egypt has been premised on the need to protect core U.S. interests in the region.