 Did Obama Promise no 'Snap Back' Iran Sanctions?Senators demand State Dept. publicize letters sent by Obama to world powers apparently promising 'snap back' won't hit their companies. Senators Trying to Impose Sanctions on IranBipartisan effort in Congress before nuclear deal deadline seeks to extend sanctions and not allow US to 'unilaterally disarm.' Senators Slam Obama for Hushing Up Iran ThreatSenators and staffers reveal administration downplaying threat ahead of nuclear deal, as World Threat Assessment avoids all mention of Iran. Iran Sanctions Bill Postponed - AgainDespite fierce criticism, Kirk-Menendez Iran sanctions bill postponed for 3 more months; separate bill mandating Congress input to go ahead. Senate Votes to Make it Easier to Sanction IranAmendment to budget bill would establish a fund to cover the cost of imposing sanctions if Iran violates nuclear agreement. Senators Unveil Toned Down Iran Sanctions BillMark Kirk and Robert Menendez revise their Iran sanctions bill so that it gradually imposes sanctions if no deal reached by July 1.Congressmen: Bad Deal? We'll Increase SanctionsSenators Menendez and Kirk warn Obama they will work to increase sanctions on Iran if a bad deal is reached. Senators to Kerry: Condition Aid to PASenators Kirk and Rubio call on Kerry to state that aid to PA will be cut off if unity government fails to recognize Israel. Senators: Sanction Iran Over Deal with RussiaRobert Menendez and Mark Kirk demand that Obama impose sanctions if Tehran pursues an energy agreement with Russia. Obama Threatens Veto on New Iran SanctionsWhite House threatened to use its veto power against legislation that would impose new sanctions on Iran. Two Senators Preparing New Iran SanctionsDemocratic Senator Robert Menendez and Republican Senator Mark Kirk close to agreeing on new Iran sanctions, say aides. Senators Told to 'Ignore Israel' On IranRepublican senators who were briefed about talks with Iran were reportedly told by Kerry to “disbelieve” what the Israelis say. Congressmen Demand More Sanctions on IranAs Geneva talks end, Republican lawmakers express their skepticism and call for tougher sanctions on the Islamic Republic. US Senator Tweets 'Disappointed' in BBC CoverageRepublican Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) sided with Israel in criticizing the BBC for refusing to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. 'America Should Fight Flotilla'Pro-Israel activists are calling to support a U.S. senator who has called on America to help Israel stop Gaza-bound boats. |
