WASHINGTON—A bipartisan group of House lawmakers is pressing the White House to oppose Iran’s bid to join the World Trade Organization, citing concern that admission could constrain U.S. ability to impose future sanctions on Iran. The pressure from lawmakers illustrates the political crosscurrents the Obama administration faces as it seeks to integrate Tehran into the global economy after reaching a landmark nuclear accord with Iran...

Source: Wall Street Journal October 06, 2016 22:30 UTC