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Iran Sanctions Over Ballistic Missile Program Pass U.S. House
- Two other non-nuclear sanctions bills passed on Wednesday
- Trump called for tougher legislative stance than House bill
Tillerson Calls on Europe to Back New Iran Sanctions
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The U.S. House on Thursday passed new sanctions in response to Iran’s ballistic missile program, while stopping short of addressing the Islamic Republic’s compliance with the multinational accord designed to curb its nuclear program.
The 423-2 vote was on the final bill in a legislative package adopted over two days, representing the first action from Congress against Iran since President Donald Trump earlier this month refused to certify the country is complying with the terms of the nuclear pact. The House passed two sanction bills on Wednesday, including one that imposes penalties on Iran for supporting Hezbollah.