U.S. President Donald Trump arrives to board Air Force One to return to Washington at the conclusion on their holiday vacation, from Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach, Florida, Jan. 1, 2018.
VOA: Amid Iran Protests, Trump Faces Decision on Sanctions
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump, who has been quick and forceful in his support for Iranian anti-government protests, will have a chance later this month to further step up pressure on Tehran.
In mid-January, Trump faces another series of congressionally mandated deadlines to certify whether Iran is complying with the terms of the nuclear agreement between Iran and six world powers.
Many Iran watchers say Trump may use the deadlines to reimpose or enact new sanctions in an attempt to deliver a blow to Iran's government at a moment of vulnerability.
Andrew Peek, the U.S. deputy assistant secretary of state for Iran and Iraq, told VOA further sanctions are possible against Iranian government elements that crack down on protesters.
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WNU Editor: I think the decision to impose additional sanctions on Iran was made before the current unrest has gripped Iran. The difference is that if the Iranian regime cracks down hard as it is expected, there will little if any international objections to the U.S. move.
