Pres. Obama: Iran nuclear deal, prisoner release show the power of diplomacy

President Obama on Sunday described the historic nuclear accord with Iran as proof that a “smart, patient and disciplined” approach to the world can yield better results than war.

The declaration followed the lifting of many of the harshest economic sanctions against Iran and confirmation that Iranian authorities had freed imprisoned Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian and four other Americans.

Obama used his brief remarks to speak directly to young Iranians, holding out hope that his administration’s milestone foreign policy achievement could open up a pathway to a broader accord between two longtime foes.

“We have a rare chance to pursue a new path — a different, better future that delivers progress for both our people and the wider world” he said. “That’s the opportunity for the Iranian people. We need to take advantage of that.”

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