NIAC Statement on Narrow 212-212 Defeat of Third Iran War Powers Resolution in House
Washington, DC – The National Iranian American Council commended growing opposition to the Iran war in Congress following a narrow 212-212 rejection of the Iran war powers resolution from Rep. Josh Gottheimer (H.Con.Res.75). Three Republican lawmakers who voted for the Iran war have now shifted course this week and voted to end it, with Reps. […]
NIAC Statement on Trump’s Unilateral Announcement of a Ceasefire Extension
Washington, DC – Ryan Costello, Policy Director with the National Iranian American Council, released the following statement on President Trump’s announcement of a unilateral, indefinite extension of the two-week ceasefire brokered by Pakistan with no set date for future negotiations to conclusively end the war: “President Trump’s unilateral extension of the ceasefire is preferable to […]
NIAC Action New Jersey Stands Opposed to S1292/A3558 and Similar Legislation
Newark, NJ – The National Iranian American Council’s New Jersey Chapter stands firmly opposed to legislation like S1292/A3558 that seek to codify the IHRA definition of antisemitism into New Jersey law. The IHRA definition wrongly conflates criticism of Israel policy to antisemitism – a dangerous conflation that has suppressed free speech and rightful criticism of […]
NIAC Statement on the Ten Year Anniversary of the Signing of the JCPOA
Washington D.C. – Today marks ten years since the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) was signed, representing one of the most significant diplomatic achievements in recent U.S. history. On this anniversary, we reflect not only on the promise of that agreement, but on the tragic consequences of abandoning it. A decade ago, President Obama […]
NIAC Statement: Axios Report Regarding U.S.-Iran Talks
Washington D.C. – NIAC President, Jamal Abdi, issued the following statement regarding the publication by Axios of alleged details of a proposal for a nuclear agreement that the U.S. sent to Iran: “If reports are accurate, this proposal is promising. It can potentially serve as the basis for a new nuclear agreement that will ensure […]
NIAC Statement: The Latest on U.S.-Iran Talks
Washington D.C. – National Iranian American Council (NIAC) commends the steady progress of ongoing U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations. With sufficient flexibility from both sides, a breakthrough is within reach. Reports indicate the United States has put forward a draft framework for a nuclear agreement, and Iran is expected to respond in due course. Given the complexity […]
NIAC Statement on Third Round of U.S.-Iran Talks in Oman
Washington D.C. – The National Iranian American Council (NIAC) welcomes the progress made during the latest round of talks between the United States and Iran held this past Saturday in Oman. Three rounds of negotiations have already taken place in a positive environment, including at the technical level, with the next round scheduled for this […]
NIAC Statement on the Explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port
Washington D.C. – The National Iranian American Council (NIAC) is shocked and deeply saddened by the devastating explosions lin Bandar Abbas, Iran, which has tragically claimed the lives of at least 40 people and left more than 1,200 injured. Our hearts are with the victims, their families, and the entire Bandar Abbas community. We extend […]
NIAC Statement on Second Round of U.S.-Iran Talks in Rome
Washington, DC – The National Iranian American Council (NIAC) released the following statement on reports of progress between the U.S. and Iran after a second round of talks held in Rome on April 19, mediated by Oman: “Reports that a second round of U.S.-Iran negotiations has made progress, clearing the way for technical talks, is […]
NIAC Statement: Status of U.S.-Iran Talks in Oman
Washington, DC – Ryan Costello, Policy Director with the National Iranian American Council, issued the following statement on the conclusion of negotiations between the U.S. and Iran in Oman: “The fact that indirect negotiations between the U.S. and Iran have reportedly been held in a positive environment, with plans to reconvene, can create momentum toward […]
Biden is Right to Want to Avoid War with Iran Following Militia Attack on U.S. Forces in Jordan
Three American service members were killed on Sunday, and over thirty were injured, in a drone strike the White House says was conducted by “Iran-backed militant groups”. Now, Biden is indicating that the U.S. will respond and at a time of its choosing, while indicating that the U.S. does not seek a broader war with Iran.
The House is Playing Dangerous Games with Humanitarian Waivers and Hostage Diplomacy by passing H.R.5961
Washington, DC – Ryan Costello, Policy Director with the National Iranian American Council, issued the following statement on the House of Representatives passing H.R. 5961, or ‘‘No Funds for Iranian Terrorism Act,” a provision that would force the U.S. to renege on the September prisoner swap with Iran and undermine opportunities to address humanitarian shortages […]