Why it matters:
Russia’s official stance highlights its implicit support for Iran’s nuclear decisions. Iran seeks to have its nuclear program under International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) safeguards and Non-Prolifereation Treaty (NPT).
The big picture:
Iran’s recent increase in uranium enrichment levels is framed as a countermeasure to sanctions and aggressive pressure from the West. Though Iran had full cooperation with IAEA and is a member of NPT, Israel and U.S. attacked Iran targetting nuclear scientists, facilities, and citizens.
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Russia Criticizes Europeans' Hypocrisy Towards Iran
Neda Sajjadi
