Trump turns to sanctions as Iran talks appear stalled
The shift follows reports that U.S. stockpiles of key weapons have dwindled, while President Trump says pressure could produce a breakthrough.
President Donald Trump is turning back to sanctions against Iran as stop-start talks appear to have stalled, according to NPR News.
The shift comes as U.S. stockpiles of key weapons have dwindled. Trump continues to argue that pressure could lead to a breakthrough.
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