Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., said on Newsmax Wednesday that Iran faces a clear choice between economic prosperity and deepening poverty as President Donald Trump intensifies pressure through strengthened ties with Saudi Arabia and renewed sanctions.

Sen. Ricketts added that Iran stands at a crossroads — either give up its nuclear ambitions and join the international economy or face continued economic isolation and hardship.

In an appearance on “The Record With Greta Van Susteren,” Ricketts said Trump’s outreach to Saudi Arabia sends a clear signal to Iran through both economic incentives and demonstrated consequences.

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