Lawmaker says nuclear deal withdrawal was turning point Ian Price June 19, 2019 1 minute read Escalating tensions with Iran can be traced back to the nuclear deal that the U.S. withdrew from last year. A prominent Virginia lawmaker is discussing why that was a bad idea, as WFIR’s Ian Price reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: ‘Alt-right’ group founder may be nixed from rally lawsuitNext: New Hokies head coach Mike Young on his team, Kerry Blackshear Related Stories Roanoke unveils historic marker to honor ophthalmology pioneer Web Staff April 17, 2026 Roanoke prepares for record heat, road closures during Blue Ridge Marathon Ian Price April 17, 2026 Virginia agency warns drivers against cannabis use ahead of 4/20 Web Staff April 17, 2026