Iran's Parliament Gives Preliminary Approval for Nuclear Deal

Iran's parliament Sunday gave preliminary approval of a bill that allows the government to implement a historic nuclear deal reached with world powers. Under the bill, the Iranian government will be authorized to withdraw from implementation of the deal if the other side fails to lift sanctions against Iran. Final approval of the measure is expected later this week. The French news agency, AFP, reported the discussions in parliament were punctuated by fiery debate and...

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