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Stanton Urges Diplomacy as Tensions with Iran Escalate

2/23/2026

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Rep. Greg Stanton (D-Ariz.) said diplomacy should guide U.S. approach to Iran's nuclear program as tensions rise.
He warned that U.S. President Donald Trump must seek Congressional approval before any military action.
Reports indicate Trump weighs a limited strike to compel Iran to curb its nuclear program and missile arsenal.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said a nuclear deal remains "quite possible" as U.S. military presence in the region increases.

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Rep. Greg Stanton (D-Ariz.) said diplomacy should guide U.S. approach to Iran's nuclear program as tensions rise.
He warned that U.S. President Donald Trump must seek Congressional approval before any military action.
Reports indicate Trump weighs a limited strike to compel Iran to curb its nuclear program and missile arsenal.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said a nuclear deal remains "quite possible" as U.S. military presence in the region increases.