9 July

US Vice President Mike Pence has lashed out at Iran after its announcement that it has enriched uranium beyond the limit set by the 2015 nuclear deal.

Pence was speaking at a meeting of a pro-Israel Christian group in Washington on Monday.

His comments came after Iran revealed that it exceeded the 3.67-percent limit on uranium enrichment set in the nuclear agreement.

Pence said Iran has been increasing its malign activity and violence in the Middle East.

He said the US will continue to put pressure on Iran's economy, and will never allow the country to obtain a nuclear weapon.

Pence added that the US hopes for the best, but its military is prepared to protect American interests, personnel and citizens in the region.

NHK