Eliot Engel actually said...

"Iran has begun to develop a permanent foothold in Syria, seeking a corridor from Tehran to the Mediterranean."

"We need to be tough on Iran. We need tough sanctions and multilateral actions to make clear that the regime will face consequences for its dangerous activities."

"We must also respond to Iran's efforts to destabilize the region."

"I hope he understands the importance of the United States keeping its commitments."