EU says Iran-Russia nuclear agreement compatible with European approach
IRNA - Islamic Republic News Agency
Brussels, Feb 28, IRNA -- The European Union Monday appeared to support the nuclear agreement signed by Iran and Russia on Sunday. "The deal between Russia and Iran is compatible with our own approach," European Commission spokesperson for external relations, Emma Udwin, told reporters in Brussels Monday afternoon. "We believe very firmly that it is important for all sides to avoid Iran becoming a militarily nuclear state. We as the EU have never contested Iran`s right to develop civilian nuclear power," she said. Emma noted that both sides have made it clear that they would fully respect international rules and regulations on non-proliferation nd most importantly that Bushehr will operate under the close supervision of the IAEA. She said the EU has been in touch with the Russians who have confirmed that the agreement is fully in line with EU policy. "We are waiting the official comment from the IAEA Board of Governors to say themselves that they agency is happy with what has been agreed between Russia and Iran." Asked if the Iran-Russia agreement would effect the ongoing EU-Iran nuclear negotiations, the spokesperson replied: "In terms of talks we are continuing these discussions I don`t see any direct link. The European negotiators are pursuing these discussion and we still hope that we will reach a positive agreement." 260/2323/1412
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