On the recordFebruary 3, 2015
I think that we have two immediate substantial dangers in the Middle East. One is ISIL, and one is Iran.
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congress.govI think that we have two immediate substantial dangers in the Middle East. One is ISIL, and one is Iran.
Carter identifies ISIL and Iran as key threats in the Middle East.
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