U.S. Warns Iran about Prisoners
On July 18, the State Department expressed concern about the deteriorating condition of political prisoners in Iran. Spokeswoman Victoria Nuland issued the following statement.
Reformist Challenges Iran’s Nuclear Program
On July 10, reformist politician Abdollah Nouri openly challenged the benefits of Iran’s controversial nuclear program.
New U.S. Sanctions Target 50 Iranian Entities
On July 12, the United States announced broad new sanctions on Iranian front companies and banks linked to the proliferation of nuclear and missiles programs.
U.S. Condemns Iran's Anti-Semitic Remarks
On July 3, the State Department issued the following statement condemning comments by Iran's vice president.
U.S. Heralds European Sanctions on Iran
White House Briefing on New U.S. Sanctions
On June 28, three senior Obama administration officials gave a briefing on the growing impact of international sanctions on Iran and the new U.S.
China Cuts Back Iran Oil Imports
On June 28, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton issued a waiver on China and Singapore from facing U.S.