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Chris Murphy: “You will not get sanctions relief just in exchange for…”

Featuring: Chris Murphy, Democratic | U.S. Senate from Connecticut

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WATCH: Sen. Murphy presses Rubio on what it will take to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

Published | Video Starts at 05:08

Iran is being sanctioned because of their nuclear activities. If they agree to give up those things, there will be sanctions relief associated with their commitment and compliance. You will not get sanctions relief just in exchange for reopening the strait. No, that's not been discussed. That's not been offered. Support journalism you trust Support PBS News. Donate now or even better, start a monthly contribution today. (05:08–05:13)

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Asserts that reopening the strait alone will not result in sanctions relief for Iran.

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