UN atomic watchdog supports Iran uranium deal
The United States, which has been pressing for tough UN action against Iran, has not yet given its position on any deal, saying it is waiting for word from Britain, Germany and France, the three nations negotiating with Tehran.
If a tentative deal announced on Sunday with the Europeans is sealed, it would prevent Iran from being referred to the UN Security Council, where it could face sanctions for its nuclear programme. In return for the suspension, Europe has been suggesting it would help Iran develop peaceful nuclear energy. The International Atomic Energy Agency said in a confidential report made available yesterday to The Associated Press that Iran’s promise to suspend the enrichment activities by November 22 would satisfy some of the agency’s demands.
