Iran's president: U.S. chose wrong path on sanctions, will be defeated
Source: Reuters
NOVEMBER 14, 2018 / 5:19 AM / UPDATED 4 HOURS AGO
GENEVA (Reuters) - The United States has chosen the wrong path in reimposing sanctions on Iran and will be defeated, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said Wednesday, according to the Tasnim news agency.
Washington reinstated sanctions targeting Irans oil industry on Nov. 5 as it seeks to force the Islamic Republic to accept tougher curbs on its nuclear program, halt its development of ballistic missiles as well as its support for proxy forces in Syria, Iraq, Lebanon and Yemen.
The Americans will definitely be defeated in this path. The path they have chosen is wrong and incorrect, Rouhani said. If they are being honest and they are looking for regional security, this is not the path. If they are being honest and respect the Iranian people, this is not the path.
He added, They have made themselves more infamous in the world and in front of our people. Its clear for everyone that the incorrect and cruel sanctions of America will harm the dear and honorable people of our country.
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