In Congress, A Mixed Reaction To Iran Nuclear Deal
World leaders struck a landmark deal Tuesday to curb Iran's nuclear program, and President Obama delivered a statement from the White House.
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How The Iran Nuclear Deal Could Reshape The Middle East
More than a decade in the making, the deal is a signature achievement for President Obama and will influence the broader trajectory of the Middle East.
Deal Offers Hope To Families Of Americans Imprisoned, Missing In Iran
Those detained include a former Marine, a pastor and a Washington Post reporter. The missing man is a former FBI agent. The U.S. says Iran should "make a humanitarian gesture and bring" them home.
The Latest On Iran Deal: Obama Says Deal Provides New Way Forward
In a speech from the White House, President Obama said that quite simply this deal keeps Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.
In The Middle East, Iran Deal Called 'Bad Mistake,' 'Great Victory'
Israel has sharply criticized the historic agreement that the U.S. and its five allies struck with Iran on its nuclear program. Iranian allies Syria and Iraq have welcomed the deal.
Is An Iran Deal Finally At Hand?
International negotiators appear close to a deal limiting Iran's nuclear program. NPR's Peter Kenyon reports from Vienna.
Egypt Mourns Omar Sharif, Its Homegrown Cinema Star
The international film star, best known for Doctor Zhivago and Lawrence Of Arabia, represented a bygone era for many Egyptians — though not many could get to his funeral on Sunday.
Iran, World Powers Reach Deal On Nuclear Program
Officials in Vienna tell NPR's Peter Kenyon that preparations are being made today to announce a historic accord that will restrict Iran's nuclear program and lift some economic sanctions.
Following A Groundbreaking Pact, Taking The Temperature In Tehran
Renee Montagne talks with Thomas Erdbrink, Tehran bureau chief for the New York Times, about how Iranians are reacting to the nuclear deal reached with the U.S. and other western powers.
Republicans Likely Will Oppose Iran Deal, But Find It Hard To Derail
If Congress passes a measure of disapproval regarding the lifting of Iran sanctions, President Obama likely would veto it — meaning a two-thirds majority would have to opposed Tuesday's agreement.