For anything less than an agreement that was comprehensive, verifiable, effective and of lasting duration. we began with an interim agreement reached in geneva. joint plan of action. it accomplished diplomatically what sanctions alone could never have done or did. it halted the advance of iran s nuclear activities. and it is critical to note, you don t hear much about it, but it s critical to note that for more than 19 months now, iran has complied with every requirement of that plan. but this was just the first step. from that moment we pushed ahead seeking a broad and enduring agreement, sticking to our core positions, maintaining punity ....