Iran's Supreme Leader Signals Openness to a New Deal

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In a few moments, I will sign a presidential memorandum to begin reinstating U.S. nuclear sanctions on the Iranian regime. The West has long feared an Iran armed with nuclear weapons and has spent years trying to curb its enrichment efforts. On Sunday, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayotollah Ali Khamenei signaled openness to a new deal but only one that would allow the country's current infrastructure to be maintained. Visit BankofAmerica.com slash banking for business to learn more.

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