August 18, 2015 Robert Menendez, a senior Democratic senator, announced Tuesday that he would oppose the Iran deal when it comes up for a vote next month, delivering an intraparty blow to President Obama as he personally lobbies members while on vacation.
The announcement was expected—the senator from New Jersey had been a fierce critic of the nuclear talks and an author of Iran sanction bills—but it does add fuel to the opposition a few weeks after Sen. Chuck Schumer, the presumptive next Democratic leader, also decided to come out against the landmark accord.
The announcement was expected—the senator from New Jersey had been a fierce critic of the nuclear talks and an author of Iran sanction bills—but it does add fuel to the opposition a few weeks after Sen. Chuck Schumer, the presumptive next Democratic leader, also decided to come out against the landmark accord.
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[h=1]AP Exclusive: UN to let Iran inspect alleged nuke work site[/h]
VIENNA (AP) — Iran, in an unusual arrangement, will be allowed to use its own experts to inspect a site it allegedly used to develop nuclear arms under a secret agreement with the U.N. agency that normally carries out such work, according to a document seen by The Associated Press.
The revelation is sure to roil American and Israeli critics of the main Iran deal signed by the U.S., Iran and five world powers in July. Those critics have complained that the deal is built on trust of the Iranians, a claim the U.S. has denied.
The investigation of the Parchin nuclear site by the International Atomic Energy Agency is linked to a broader probe of allegations that Iran has worked on atomic weapons. That investigation is part of the overarching nuclear deal.
The Parchin deal is a separate, side agreement worked out between the IAEA and Iran. The United States and the five other world powers that signed the Iran nuclear deal were not party to this agreement but were briefed on it by the IAEA and endorsed it as part of the larger package.
Without divulging its contents, the Obama administration has described the document as nothing more than a routine technical arrangement between Iran and the U.N.'s International Atomic Energy Agency on the particulars of inspecting the site.
Any IAEA member country must give the agency some insight into its nuclear program. Some countries are required to do no more than give a yearly accounting of the nuclear material they possess. But nations— like Iran — suspected of possible proliferation are under greater scrutiny that can include stringent inspections.
But the agreement diverges from normal inspection procedures between the IAEA and a member country by essentially ceding the agency's investigative authority to Iran. It allows Tehran to employ its own experts and equipment in the search for evidence for activities that it has consistently denied — trying to develop nuclear weapons.
[h=1]AP Exclusive: UN to let Iran inspect alleged nuke work site[/h]
VIENNA (AP) — Iran, in an unusual arrangement, will be allowed to use its own experts to inspect a site it allegedly used to develop nuclear arms under a secret agreement with the U.N. agency that normally carries out such work, according to a document seen by The Associated Press.
The revelation is sure to roil American and Israeli critics of the main Iran deal signed by the U.S., Iran and five world powers in July. Those critics have complained that the deal is built on trust of the Iranians, a claim the U.S. has denied.
The investigation of the Parchin nuclear site by the International Atomic Energy Agency is linked to a broader probe of allegations that Iran has worked on atomic weapons. That investigation is part of the overarching nuclear deal.
The Parchin deal is a separate, side agreement worked out between the IAEA and Iran. The United States and the five other world powers that signed the Iran nuclear deal were not party to this agreement but were briefed on it by the IAEA and endorsed it as part of the larger package.
Without divulging its contents, the Obama administration has described the document as nothing more than a routine technical arrangement between Iran and the U.N.'s International Atomic Energy Agency on the particulars of inspecting the site.
Any IAEA member country must give the agency some insight into its nuclear program. Some countries are required to do no more than give a yearly accounting of the nuclear material they possess. But nations— like Iran — suspected of possible proliferation are under greater scrutiny that can include stringent inspections.
But the agreement diverges from normal inspection procedures between the IAEA and a member country by essentially ceding the agency's investigative authority to Iran. It allows Tehran to employ its own experts and equipment in the search for evidence for activities that it has consistently denied — trying to develop nuclear weapons.
"Obama's "agreement" with Iran looks very much like "the emperor's new clothes." We are supposed to pretend that there is something there, when there is nothing there that will stop, or even slow down, Iran's development of a nuclear bomb."
"With all its staggering horrors and insanities, World War II may yet turn out to have been just a dress rehearsal for the ultimate catastrophe of a nuclear-armed terrorist nation like Iran. We seem oblivious to the possibility that we may be leaving our children and grandchildren at the mercy of people who have demonstrated repeatedly that they have no mercy."
-- Thomas Sowell
"With all its staggering horrors and insanities, World War II may yet turn out to have been just a dress rehearsal for the ultimate catastrophe of a nuclear-armed terrorist nation like Iran. We seem oblivious to the possibility that we may be leaving our children and grandchildren at the mercy of people who have demonstrated repeatedly that they have no mercy."
-- Thomas Sowell
More great News. Even a slime like Reid does the right thing occasionally. Closer and closer to a Veto Proof majority.
Harry Reid endorses Iran deal, boosts chances Congress won’t block it
By Paul Kane August 23 at 3:25 PM
Senate Minority Leader Harry M. Reid gave a forceful endorsement Sunday to the nuclear deal with Iran, a key boost that provides continued momentum for preventing Congress from blocking President Obama’s pact.
The Nevada Democrat said the deal, which lifts economic sanctions against the rogue nation for pledges to limit its nuclear program, is the “best way” to curtail Iran’s military ambitions, and he pledged to round up more support to thwart its opponents.
“I’m going to do everything in my power to make sure the deal stands,” he said in a telephone interview with The Washington Post from his home in Henderson, Nev., where he has been calling friends to tell them of his decision.
The retiring Democratic leader becomes the 27th Senate Democrat to publicly endorse the plan, while just two — including Reid’s friend and likely successor, Sen. Charles E. Schumer (N.Y.) — have come out against it.
[Whip count: Where the Senate stands on the Iran deal]
That whip count, along with many private conversations he has had with undeclared Democrats, led Reid to pronounce he was “cautiously optimistic” that he would be able to secure enough support to prevent an override of Obama’s veto of a resolution opposing the deal. An override would require opponents mustering 13 Democrats to join all 54 Republicans in opposition to the president.
Reid said he was “still hopeful” that at least 41 Democrats would support Obama, which would suffocate the resolution in a filibuster and not require a presidential veto.
Reid acknowledged that he has been supportive of the deal for many weeks now, holding regular conversations with White House Chief of Staff Denis McDonough on the details of the deal and the congressional review process.
“This is the best way, the only way, to keep Iran from getting a nuclear weapon,” Reid said Sunday.
He rejected the assertions from Schumer and other longtime supporters of Israel that the deal does not guarantee global investigators enough access to sites where Iran has worked on nuclear development.
“We don’t disagree on much, but we disagree on this,” he said of Schumer.
He cast Schumer’s opposition as a “vote of conscience” that would not harm his standing in the Democratic caucus, even though a vast majority support the deal.
Reid said he owed it to many of his supporters to come back to Nevada and talk to them over the congressional break, including some who opposed the plan. Sheldon Adelson, the Las Vegas casino magnate and major Republican donor, is financing some of the opposition campaigns against the deal.
Reid declined to discuss his conversation with Adelson, with whom he has a friendly relationship. “I’ll keep that to myself,” he said.
Adelson and supporters of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, the most prominent opponent of the deal, had hoped to use the five-week break to increase pressure on wavering Democrats through advertising campaigns as they visited voters back home. So far, that effort has fallen flat, particularly in the Senate, where many Democrats had initially expressed reservations about the nuclear pact.
Since the Senate adjourned nearly three weeks ago, more than 15 Democrats have announced their support, including a handful in conservative-leaning states who seemed to have been potential targets to oppose Obama.
Under the deal, Obama will be able to lift sanctions that he and previous presidents imposed on Iran. But the remaining sanctions, imposed by Congress, will have to wait until the review process is finished. By Sept. 17, the House and Senate will hold votes on resolutions disapproving of the Iran pact, and there is clear majority support in each chamber to reject Obama’s deal because of near-universal Republican opposition.
Opponents of the deal with Iran must ensure that they reach a two-thirds majority in each chamber to overcome an Obama veto of the resolution of disapproval.
Reid’s optimism in sustaining the deal is grounded in the numbers: 17 Democrats have not declared their intentions on how they will vote, and Reid needs to persuade just seven to support Obama to ensure that at least 34 senators would sustain the veto, keeping it below a two-thirds majority.
The leader just hosted two of the undecided Democrats, Sens. Michael F. Bennet (Colo.) and Patty Murray (Wash.), both up for reelection next year, at a fundraising weekend in Nevada’s Lake Tahoe region. He declined to discuss private talks with his colleagues, while pledging to coax Democrats to support the president on the Iran vote.
“I’m going to do everything I can,” Reid said.
Harry Reid endorses Iran deal, boosts chances Congress won’t block it
By Paul Kane August 23 at 3:25 PM
Senate Minority Leader Harry M. Reid gave a forceful endorsement Sunday to the nuclear deal with Iran, a key boost that provides continued momentum for preventing Congress from blocking President Obama’s pact.
The Nevada Democrat said the deal, which lifts economic sanctions against the rogue nation for pledges to limit its nuclear program, is the “best way” to curtail Iran’s military ambitions, and he pledged to round up more support to thwart its opponents.
“I’m going to do everything in my power to make sure the deal stands,” he said in a telephone interview with The Washington Post from his home in Henderson, Nev., where he has been calling friends to tell them of his decision.
The retiring Democratic leader becomes the 27th Senate Democrat to publicly endorse the plan, while just two — including Reid’s friend and likely successor, Sen. Charles E. Schumer (N.Y.) — have come out against it.
[Whip count: Where the Senate stands on the Iran deal]
That whip count, along with many private conversations he has had with undeclared Democrats, led Reid to pronounce he was “cautiously optimistic” that he would be able to secure enough support to prevent an override of Obama’s veto of a resolution opposing the deal. An override would require opponents mustering 13 Democrats to join all 54 Republicans in opposition to the president.
Reid said he was “still hopeful” that at least 41 Democrats would support Obama, which would suffocate the resolution in a filibuster and not require a presidential veto.
Reid acknowledged that he has been supportive of the deal for many weeks now, holding regular conversations with White House Chief of Staff Denis McDonough on the details of the deal and the congressional review process.
“This is the best way, the only way, to keep Iran from getting a nuclear weapon,” Reid said Sunday.
He rejected the assertions from Schumer and other longtime supporters of Israel that the deal does not guarantee global investigators enough access to sites where Iran has worked on nuclear development.
“We don’t disagree on much, but we disagree on this,” he said of Schumer.
He cast Schumer’s opposition as a “vote of conscience” that would not harm his standing in the Democratic caucus, even though a vast majority support the deal.
Reid said he owed it to many of his supporters to come back to Nevada and talk to them over the congressional break, including some who opposed the plan. Sheldon Adelson, the Las Vegas casino magnate and major Republican donor, is financing some of the opposition campaigns against the deal.
Reid declined to discuss his conversation with Adelson, with whom he has a friendly relationship. “I’ll keep that to myself,” he said.
Adelson and supporters of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, the most prominent opponent of the deal, had hoped to use the five-week break to increase pressure on wavering Democrats through advertising campaigns as they visited voters back home. So far, that effort has fallen flat, particularly in the Senate, where many Democrats had initially expressed reservations about the nuclear pact.
Since the Senate adjourned nearly three weeks ago, more than 15 Democrats have announced their support, including a handful in conservative-leaning states who seemed to have been potential targets to oppose Obama.
Under the deal, Obama will be able to lift sanctions that he and previous presidents imposed on Iran. But the remaining sanctions, imposed by Congress, will have to wait until the review process is finished. By Sept. 17, the House and Senate will hold votes on resolutions disapproving of the Iran pact, and there is clear majority support in each chamber to reject Obama’s deal because of near-universal Republican opposition.
Opponents of the deal with Iran must ensure that they reach a two-thirds majority in each chamber to overcome an Obama veto of the resolution of disapproval.
Reid’s optimism in sustaining the deal is grounded in the numbers: 17 Democrats have not declared their intentions on how they will vote, and Reid needs to persuade just seven to support Obama to ensure that at least 34 senators would sustain the veto, keeping it below a two-thirds majority.
The leader just hosted two of the undecided Democrats, Sens. Michael F. Bennet (Colo.) and Patty Murray (Wash.), both up for reelection next year, at a fundraising weekend in Nevada’s Lake Tahoe region. He declined to discuss private talks with his colleagues, while pledging to coax Democrats to support the president on the Iran vote.
“I’m going to do everything I can,” Reid said.
[h=1]Israel’s nuclear energy authority said to endorse Iran deal[/h] [h=2]Atomic energy panel reportedly considers accord capable of preventing Islamic Republic from getting a bomb[/h] By Raoul Wootliff October 23, 2015, 6:15 am 4
Running counter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s vehement opposition to the Iran nuclear deal, Israel’s Atomic Energy Commission has endorsed the controversial deal which aims to curb the Islamic Republic’s nuclear aspirations, according to a Haaretz report published Thursday.
Unnamed sources “familiar with the commission” told the paper that the panel was convinced the accord reached in July between world powers and Iran will keep Tehran from developing nuclear weapons, and that the agreement contains sufficient limitations on the country’s nuclear program.
The IAEC is Israel’s highest authority on atomic energy, advising the government in all matters concerning nuclear policy and nuclear research and development. The commission represents Israel in all global nuclear organizations, including the International Atomic Energy Agency, the watchdog group overseeing the nuclear deal.
The commission’s conclusions — based solely on the technical aspects of the agreement as opposed to its strategic or geopolitical ramifications — were reportedly presented to the government at top-level meetings.
The prime minister and the vast majority of Israeli officials have been outspoken opponents of the nuclear accord, warning that it paves the way to Iran’s acquisition of nuclear arms, entrenches the regime, and will enable Tehran to pump money into terrorism and other destabilizing activities across the Middle East.
Weeks before the final deal was singed, members of the IAEC traveled to Washington along with members of the prime minister’s security council, the Foreign Ministry, various defense groups to be briefed by US officials on the details of the deal.
There is a range of nuanced opinions in the Israeli defense establishment about the merits of the deal. While many, including Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon and former prime minister Ehud Barak have roundly denounced the deal, some urged the government to come to terms with the accord.
In August, dozens of former high-ranking Shin Bet, Mossad and IDF officials signed a petition calling for Netanyahu to accept the deal and shift his energies towards other areas of preserving Israel’s security.
Running counter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s vehement opposition to the Iran nuclear deal, Israel’s Atomic Energy Commission has endorsed the controversial deal which aims to curb the Islamic Republic’s nuclear aspirations, according to a Haaretz report published Thursday.
Unnamed sources “familiar with the commission” told the paper that the panel was convinced the accord reached in July between world powers and Iran will keep Tehran from developing nuclear weapons, and that the agreement contains sufficient limitations on the country’s nuclear program.
The IAEC is Israel’s highest authority on atomic energy, advising the government in all matters concerning nuclear policy and nuclear research and development. The commission represents Israel in all global nuclear organizations, including the International Atomic Energy Agency, the watchdog group overseeing the nuclear deal.
The commission’s conclusions — based solely on the technical aspects of the agreement as opposed to its strategic or geopolitical ramifications — were reportedly presented to the government at top-level meetings.
The prime minister and the vast majority of Israeli officials have been outspoken opponents of the nuclear accord, warning that it paves the way to Iran’s acquisition of nuclear arms, entrenches the regime, and will enable Tehran to pump money into terrorism and other destabilizing activities across the Middle East.
Weeks before the final deal was singed, members of the IAEC traveled to Washington along with members of the prime minister’s security council, the Foreign Ministry, various defense groups to be briefed by US officials on the details of the deal.
There is a range of nuanced opinions in the Israeli defense establishment about the merits of the deal. While many, including Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon and former prime minister Ehud Barak have roundly denounced the deal, some urged the government to come to terms with the accord.
In August, dozens of former high-ranking Shin Bet, Mossad and IDF officials signed a petition calling for Netanyahu to accept the deal and shift his energies towards other areas of preserving Israel’s security.
Think The Nuclear Deal Marked An Improvement In Relations With Iran? Think Again.
The nuclear deal between the U.S. and Iran hasn’t appeared to assuage anti-American sentiments in Tehran, as evidenced by a series of provocative moves over the past few weeks, including the arrest of a Lebanese-American for supposed spying.
To mark the 36th anniversary of the 1979 hostage crisis, when students swarmed the American embassy in Tehran, Iranian media announced the arrest of a student the government actually invited to the country. The student, authorities allege, is a spy, The New York Times reports. Thousands of Iranians burned American flags Wednesday and chanted slogans like “Death to America,” “God damn America,” and “No compromise, no surrender to U.S.”
The supreme leader of Iran remarked that the “Death to America” slogan is eternal, though he clarified by saying that he was referring to America’s policies, rather than the people.
“The slogan ‘Death to America’ is backed by reason and wisdom,” he said in a speech, according to The Guardian. “It goes without saying that the slogan does not mean death to the American nation; this slogan means death to the United States policies, death to arrogance.”
Supreme leader Ayatollah Khamanei has previously stated that the deal did not entail a positive or favorable relationship with the U.S., meaning anti-American activities should come as no surprise. But an additional reason for the activity may be the upcoming parliamentary elections in Iran next February. President Hassan Rouhani, in search of reelection, could be pandering to hardline anti-American factions within the country to secure the vote. Khamanei might be attempting to assure Iranians that despite the deal, he is not interested in appeasing Americans.
“The truth is that the US’s objectives regarding the Islamic Republic of Iran have not changed at all,” Khamanei said. “And they would not spare a moment if they could destroy the Islamic Republic; but they can’t.”
The nuclear deal between the U.S. and Iran hasn’t appeared to assuage anti-American sentiments in Tehran, as evidenced by a series of provocative moves over the past few weeks, including the arrest of a Lebanese-American for supposed spying.
To mark the 36th anniversary of the 1979 hostage crisis, when students swarmed the American embassy in Tehran, Iranian media announced the arrest of a student the government actually invited to the country. The student, authorities allege, is a spy, The New York Times reports. Thousands of Iranians burned American flags Wednesday and chanted slogans like “Death to America,” “God damn America,” and “No compromise, no surrender to U.S.”
The supreme leader of Iran remarked that the “Death to America” slogan is eternal, though he clarified by saying that he was referring to America’s policies, rather than the people.
“The slogan ‘Death to America’ is backed by reason and wisdom,” he said in a speech, according to The Guardian. “It goes without saying that the slogan does not mean death to the American nation; this slogan means death to the United States policies, death to arrogance.”
Supreme leader Ayatollah Khamanei has previously stated that the deal did not entail a positive or favorable relationship with the U.S., meaning anti-American activities should come as no surprise. But an additional reason for the activity may be the upcoming parliamentary elections in Iran next February. President Hassan Rouhani, in search of reelection, could be pandering to hardline anti-American factions within the country to secure the vote. Khamanei might be attempting to assure Iranians that despite the deal, he is not interested in appeasing Americans.
“The truth is that the US’s objectives regarding the Islamic Republic of Iran have not changed at all,” Khamanei said. “And they would not spare a moment if they could destroy the Islamic Republic; but they can’t.”
Does Iran's Anti-Semitism Run Too Deep for Deterrence? - George F. Will
Is the Iranian regime's anti-Semitism rooted, as Hitler's was, in a theory of history that demands genocide? If so, when Iran becomes a nuclear power, can it be deterred from its announced determination to destroy Israel?
Assume, reasonably, that Iran's pursuit of a potentially genocidal weapon will not be seriously impeded by parchment barriers such as the recent nuclear agreement. And assume, prudently, that the Iranian regime means what it says about Jews and their "Zionist entity." As in Hitler's case, an anti-Semitic regime can be impervious to the logic of deterrence. Much, including Israel's calculation of what military measures are necessary for its safety, depends on the nature of Iran's anti-Semitism. (Washington Post)
Is the Iranian regime's anti-Semitism rooted, as Hitler's was, in a theory of history that demands genocide? If so, when Iran becomes a nuclear power, can it be deterred from its announced determination to destroy Israel?
Assume, reasonably, that Iran's pursuit of a potentially genocidal weapon will not be seriously impeded by parchment barriers such as the recent nuclear agreement. And assume, prudently, that the Iranian regime means what it says about Jews and their "Zionist entity." As in Hitler's case, an anti-Semitic regime can be impervious to the logic of deterrence. Much, including Israel's calculation of what military measures are necessary for its safety, depends on the nature of Iran's anti-Semitism. (Washington Post)
Kerry says Iran has completed steps in nuclear deal, 'First day of a safer world'
Published January 17, 2016 FoxNews.comKerry thanks Iran for releasing US sailors
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Secretary of State John Kerry and the International Atomic Energy Agency said independently Saturday that Iran has completed the necessary steps in the international nuclear deal to allow Tehran to immediately recoup roughly $100 billion in frozen assets.
“Iran has honored its commitment to alter, in fact dismantle, much of its” nuclear operation, Kerry said in Vienna. “All of Iran’s paths toward a nuclear weapon have been stopped. … Today marks the first day of a safer world.”
The deal was reached last summer after roughly two years of negotiation between Iran, the United States and five other world powers.
Iran has since shipped out tons of uranium and removed from service thousands of centrifuges -- key components in making a nuclear weapon.
President Obama on Saturday signed executive orders lifting the economic sanctions on Iran, but it was unclear by early evening whether he would make a public statement.
In addition to recouping hundreds of billions of dollars, Iran and its economy will vastly benefit from new oil, trade and financial opportunities now that the Western sanctions against it are lifted.
Democratic presidential frontrunner Hillary Clinton, a former secretary of state, praised the deal soon after Kerry’s announcement, calling it an “important achievement of diplomacy backed by pressure.”
“These are important steps that make the United States, our allies and the entire world safer,” she said. “I congratulate President Obama and his team. And I'm proud of the role I played to get this process started.”
However, Republicans and other Obama administration critics do not support the deal, saying in large part that the United States should have demanded tougher rules for inspecting Iran’s nuclear-related facilities.
“President Obama's nuclear agreement with Iran is fatally flawed and gravely jeopardizes the national security interests of the American people, our ally Israel and other peaceful nations in the Middle East and around the world,” GOP presidential candidate Ben Carson said. “Furthermore, the disastrous agreement will release more than $100 billion to Iran and allow it to continue exporting terrorism around the world.”
The announcement about Iran complying with the deal was also made by International Atomic Energy Agency General Yukiya Amano, who said he is also releasing a report on Iran’s actions.
“This paves the way for the IAEA to begin verifying and monitoring Iran’s nuclear-related commitments under the agreement, as requested by the U.N. Security Council and authorized by the IAEA Board,” he said in a statement.
United Kingdom Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond welcomed the implementation of the deal.
"The nuclear deal … in which Britain played a major role makes the Middle East and the wider world a safer place,” he said. “Years of patient and persistent diplomacy, and difficult technical work, have borne fruit as we now implement the deal.”http://www.foxnews.com/politics/201...ps-in-nuclear-deal-first-day-safer-world.html
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Nukes halted, Prisoners released. Diplomatic channels opened.
Published January 17, 2016 FoxNews.comKerry thanks Iran for releasing US sailors
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Secretary of State John Kerry and the International Atomic Energy Agency said independently Saturday that Iran has completed the necessary steps in the international nuclear deal to allow Tehran to immediately recoup roughly $100 billion in frozen assets.
“Iran has honored its commitment to alter, in fact dismantle, much of its” nuclear operation, Kerry said in Vienna. “All of Iran’s paths toward a nuclear weapon have been stopped. … Today marks the first day of a safer world.”
The deal was reached last summer after roughly two years of negotiation between Iran, the United States and five other world powers.
Iran has since shipped out tons of uranium and removed from service thousands of centrifuges -- key components in making a nuclear weapon.
President Obama on Saturday signed executive orders lifting the economic sanctions on Iran, but it was unclear by early evening whether he would make a public statement.
In addition to recouping hundreds of billions of dollars, Iran and its economy will vastly benefit from new oil, trade and financial opportunities now that the Western sanctions against it are lifted.
Democratic presidential frontrunner Hillary Clinton, a former secretary of state, praised the deal soon after Kerry’s announcement, calling it an “important achievement of diplomacy backed by pressure.”
“These are important steps that make the United States, our allies and the entire world safer,” she said. “I congratulate President Obama and his team. And I'm proud of the role I played to get this process started.”
However, Republicans and other Obama administration critics do not support the deal, saying in large part that the United States should have demanded tougher rules for inspecting Iran’s nuclear-related facilities.
“President Obama's nuclear agreement with Iran is fatally flawed and gravely jeopardizes the national security interests of the American people, our ally Israel and other peaceful nations in the Middle East and around the world,” GOP presidential candidate Ben Carson said. “Furthermore, the disastrous agreement will release more than $100 billion to Iran and allow it to continue exporting terrorism around the world.”
The announcement about Iran complying with the deal was also made by International Atomic Energy Agency General Yukiya Amano, who said he is also releasing a report on Iran’s actions.
“This paves the way for the IAEA to begin verifying and monitoring Iran’s nuclear-related commitments under the agreement, as requested by the U.N. Security Council and authorized by the IAEA Board,” he said in a statement.
United Kingdom Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond welcomed the implementation of the deal.
"The nuclear deal … in which Britain played a major role makes the Middle East and the wider world a safer place,” he said. “Years of patient and persistent diplomacy, and difficult technical work, have borne fruit as we now implement the deal.”http://www.foxnews.com/politics/201...ps-in-nuclear-deal-first-day-safer-world.html
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Nukes halted, Prisoners released. Diplomatic channels opened.
IAEA Director General’s Statement on Iran
Vienna, Austria
IAEA Director General Yukiya Amano clears for release the report on ‘Verification and Monitoring in the Islamic Republic of Iran in light of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231 (2015).’ (Photo: D. Calma/IAEA)
Today, I released a report confirming that Iran has completed the necessary preparatory steps to start the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. The report was submitted to the IAEA Board of Governors and to the United Nations Security Council.
It was issued after Agency inspectors on the ground verified that Iran has carried out all measures required under the JCPOA to enable Implementation Day to occur.
This paves the way for the IAEA to begin verifying and monitoring Iran’s nuclear-related commitments under the agreement, as requested by the U.N. Security Council and authorised by the IAEA Board.
Relations between Iran and the IAEA now enter a new phase. It is an important day for the international community. I congratulate all those who helped make it a reality, especially the group of countries known as the E3/EU+3, Iran and the IAEA Board.
In line with its commitments, Iran will start to provisionally implement the Additional Protocol to its Safeguards Agreement with the IAEA. Together with other nuclear-related measures under the JCPOA, this increases the Agency’s ability to monitor nuclear activities in Iran and to verify that they are peaceful.
We have come a long way since the IAEA first started considering the Iran nuclear issue in 2003. A lot of work has gone into getting us here, and implementation of this agreement will require a similar effort. For our part, we are ready to get on with the job.
Vienna, Austria
IAEA Director General Yukiya Amano clears for release the report on ‘Verification and Monitoring in the Islamic Republic of Iran in light of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231 (2015).’ (Photo: D. Calma/IAEA)
Today, I released a report confirming that Iran has completed the necessary preparatory steps to start the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. The report was submitted to the IAEA Board of Governors and to the United Nations Security Council.
It was issued after Agency inspectors on the ground verified that Iran has carried out all measures required under the JCPOA to enable Implementation Day to occur.
This paves the way for the IAEA to begin verifying and monitoring Iran’s nuclear-related commitments under the agreement, as requested by the U.N. Security Council and authorised by the IAEA Board.
Relations between Iran and the IAEA now enter a new phase. It is an important day for the international community. I congratulate all those who helped make it a reality, especially the group of countries known as the E3/EU+3, Iran and the IAEA Board.
In line with its commitments, Iran will start to provisionally implement the Additional Protocol to its Safeguards Agreement with the IAEA. Together with other nuclear-related measures under the JCPOA, this increases the Agency’s ability to monitor nuclear activities in Iran and to verify that they are peaceful.
We have come a long way since the IAEA first started considering the Iran nuclear issue in 2003. A lot of work has gone into getting us here, and implementation of this agreement will require a similar effort. For our part, we are ready to get on with the job.
