Congressional Actions on Iran
The following is a roundup of Congressional legislation, letters, and other actions relating to the ongoing negotiations over Iran's controversial nuclear program.
Iran on Saudi Airstrikes in Yemen
On March 26, Saudi Arabia began conducting airstrikes against Houthi positions in Yemen, which drew strong condemnation from Iranian officials.
Nuke Talks: Latest from Iran, P5+1
U.S. Officials: Iran's Role in Iraq
In March, U.S. officials acknowledged that Iran’s involvement in Iraq could help defeat ISIS, but cautioned that it could also fuel sectarian conflict.
Khamenei on Nowruz: Nuke Deal Must Lift Sanctions
On March 20, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei released a statement on the occasion of Nowruz, the Persian New Year, encouraging “close cooperation between the people and the administr
US on Rouhani Mother’s Death
On March 20, Secretary of State John Kerry issued the following statement on the passing of President Hassan Rouhani’s mother.
Obama, Kerry: Nowruz Greetings to Iranians
President Barack Obama and Secretary of State John Kerry have issued the following greetings to the Iranian people for Nowruz, Persian Year.
Obama on Americans Missing or Detained in Iran
On March 20, President Barack Obama issued the following statement on U.S. citizens detained or missing in Iran for the occasion of Nowruz, Persian New Year.
New Congressional Letter to Obama
A new letter to President Obama on a potential Iran nuclear deal signed by some 367 members of Congress was released on March 23.