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Iran vows response to US sanctions, ramps up enrichment

In response to new US sanctions, Iran has announced its capability to develop atomic weapons.
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Spokesperson for Iran's Foreign Ministry Nasser Kanani criticized fresh American sanctions targeting his country's economy, pledging "a decisive, firm and immediate response" from the Islamic Republic.  

"Iran will adopt all necessary measures to neutralize those sanctions' possible negative impacts on its trade," Kanani said in a statement.  

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