On the recordJanuary 30, 2013
I have not supported unilateral sanctions because when it is us alone, they do not work and they just isolate the United States.
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congress.govI have not supported unilateral sanctions because when it is us alone, they do not work and they just isolate the United States.
Hagel explains his opposition to unilateral sanctions against Iran.
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