Iran's Khamenei hails pact with world powers

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei hailed what he termed the "achievement" of the country's negotiating team in clinching a long-elusive nuclear deal with world powers. The Fars news agency quoted him as saying "resistance against excessive demands should be the criterion" for nuclear officials. Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says the deal reached with the six world powers in Geneva recognizes Iran's nuclear rights by allowing it to continue enrich uranium. He said that Tehran's enrichment activities will proceed similar to before. In a statement in Tehran broadcast live on state television, Rouhani said talks on a "comprehensive agreement will start immediately." He said Iran has a strong will for them to commence right away.