Ed Royce
Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee
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View Timeline →Pompeo: Iran Must Free Levinson and Other Americans
Mike Pompeo has called on Iran to release Robert Levinson and other American prisoners, accusing the Iranian government of hostage-taking. This statement coincides with International…
American Legislators: FATF Restrictions Against Iran Should Be Reinstated
American legislators Ed Royce and Rob Portman are urging the Trump administration to reinstate FATF sanctions against Iran, citing Iran's continued support for terrorism and…
U.S. House of Representatives Approves Human Rights Sanctions Against Iran
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill imposing human rights sanctions on Iran, targeting officials responsible for the unjust imprisonment of American citizens.…
Proposal by Two American Legislators to Sanction Companies Linked to the IRGC
Two U.S. lawmakers have proposed sanctions against companies linked to the IRGC, aiming to cut off financial support for terrorism and reduce the IRGC's influence…
U.S. House of Representatives Passes Resolution Supporting Protesters in Iran
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution supporting Iranian protesters and condemning the Iranian government's actions against them. The resolution received overwhelming bipartisan support,…
House of Representatives: No Authorization Issued Regarding U.S. Involvement in Yemen Battles
The U.S. House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly to condemn civilian casualties in Yemen and stated that no specific authorization for U.S. military involvement exists. This…
U.S. House of Representatives Approves Sanctions on Iran's Missile Program
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill imposing sanctions on entities supporting Iran's ballistic missile program, with overwhelming bipartisan support. This move reflects…
New Sanctions Against Hezbollah Lebanon Approved by the U.S. House of Representatives
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved new sanctions against Hezbollah Lebanon, targeting financial support and recruitment efforts. This move reflects growing concerns over Hezbollah's…
U.S. House of Representatives to Vote on New Sanctions Against Iran
The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on new sanctions targeting Iran's missile program, reflecting bipartisan support for increased pressure on Tehran. This…
U.S. House of Representatives to Vote on New Non-Nuclear Sanctions Against Iran
The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on new sanctions against Iran's missile program and Hezbollah next week. This initiative, supported by both…
Congress Members React to Trump's Decision on Iran's Compliance with the JCPOA
Senior Republican lawmakers in the U.S. have expressed support for Trump's new strategy towards Iran, which includes reassessing the nuclear agreement and intensifying non-nuclear sanctions.…
Approval of Sanctions Bill Against Iran's Missile Program by the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee
The U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee has approved a sanctions bill targeting Iran's missile program, requiring investigations into entities supporting it. Key figures like Ed…
Trump to Announce New Strategy on Iran This Friday
Donald Trump is set to announce a new U.S. strategy on Iran, focusing on the nuclear deal and Iran's regional behavior. This announcement is causing…
Ed Royce Calls for Strict Oversight of Iran Nuclear Agreement
Ed Royce, the Republican chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, called for strict oversight of the Iran nuclear deal but did not advocate for…
Appeal for 10-Year Prison Sentences of Baqer and Siamak Namazi Rejected
The Iranian court has rejected the appeal of Siamak and Baqer Namazi, who are both suffering from health issues while imprisoned. This rejection highlights ongoing…
Nizar Zaka Ends Hunger Strike in Prison
Nizar Zaka, a Lebanese citizen imprisoned in Iran, has ended his 33-day hunger strike after pressure from his children. He was sentenced to ten years…
Ed Royce: Iran Detains American Citizens for Ransom
Ed Royce, chairman of the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee, condemned Iran for detaining American citizens on false charges, using them as leverage for ransom…
New Bill to Increase Sanctions on Hezbollah in the U.S. House of Representatives
The U.S. House of Representatives has introduced a bill to increase sanctions on Hezbollah and its supporters, particularly Iran. The bill aims to restrict Hezbollah's…
Senior Republican Congressman: Iran is Pursuing Nuclear Weapons Without Cheating
Ed Royce, a prominent Republican Congressman, claims Iran is pursuing nuclear weapons even without cheating, criticizing the nuclear agreement. He highlights recent intelligence reports of…
Live Broadcast of James Comey's Testimony in the Senate
James Comey is testifying before the U.S. Senate, while simultaneous discussions on Hezbollah and ISIS are taking place. The article highlights the ongoing crisis in…