And what was reported was Erdogan and Turkey, who despises the Kurds, convinced the administration, don't arm the Kurds. My view, Erdogan can think whatever he wants. The Ayatollah has declared his intention to continue murdering Americans. And we have a national security imperative to protect Americans. And I think the best way to do it is massive economic pressure, plus arming the protesters. (14:41–14:46)
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