Tuesday, January 2, 2018

Human rights for Iranian people - White House

The Trump Administration is staying one step away from calling for regime change in Iran, despite U.S. President Donald Trump tweeting in all capital letters on New Year's day, "time for change."

With more people taking to the streets in more cities, at least 22 Iranians have died in the widening protests, which the government blames on "enemies of Iran."

White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders laid out their basic goals:

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OUT: ...are met."
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White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders refused to confirm or deny whether U.S. President Donald Trump wants to reimpose sanctions on Iran.

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White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders reiterated support for the Iranian protestors.

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OUT: ...for change."
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