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Eliot Engel: “Several weeks ago, thanks to sustained efforts by Congress and the administration, the Iranians finally admitted that…”

On the recordDecember 9, 2013
Several weeks ago, thanks to sustained efforts by Congress and the administration, the Iranians finally admitted that the sanctions are hurting them badly.
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Eliot Engel
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Engel highlights the impact of sanctions on Iran, leading to discussions for a negotiated settlement.

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