Bitten by sanctions, Iranians support nuclear compromise

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By Parisa Hafezi ANKARA (Reuters) - After years of tough sanctions over Iran's nuclear program, many in the country now say they want the government to make compromises that could satisfy world powers and allow a semblance of prosperity to return. Although many Iranians still fervently believe in their country's right to all aspects of a civilian nuclear program, including those regarded with suspicion in the West, they are increasingly tired of the high economic price. That weariness will form the backdrop on June 16 when Iran's political leaders send negotiators to Geneva for talks with six world powers aimed at hammering out an agreement that swaps concessions on uranium enrichment for sanctions relief. "I love my country but I love my family more, and for years I have worked hard to cope with the rising prices," said Ali Mirzai, a father of three in the northern city of Rasht.




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