Russia to continue nuclear consultations with Iran: Ivanov
IRNA - Islamic Republic News Agency
Tehran, Nov 16, IRNA
Russia-Iran-Nuclear
Russian Security Council Secretary Igor Ivanov on Wednesday said his country would continue consultations with Iran on its nuclear programs.
In an interview with Itar-Tass and RIA-Novosti news agencies, Ivanov said during his recent visit to Iran, the two sides discussed regional issues including Iran's nuclear programs.
Russia believes Iran, like other member countries of the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and based on the country's commitments, is entitled to expand its nuclear program.
He voiced his country's opposition to access of non-nuclear countries to nuclear weapons, saying such an issue may leave serious impacts on regional and international security.
He urged continuation of nuclear talks between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the European Union troika to remove possible concerns.
Ivanov voiced Russia's willingness to expand ties with Iran, saying Iran is Russia's old neighbor and partner.
Iran and Russia enjoy great potential for constructive cooperation, he further stated.
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