Nuclear talks failure heightens Iran tensions
- Published: 23/02/2012 at 04:32 AM
- Online news: World
A fruitless visit to Iran by UN nuclear inspectors raised tensions on Wednesday, with Russia warning of "catastrophic" consequences if it leads to a military attack on its Middle East ally.
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief inspector Herman Nackaerts exits the Vienna airport with Laura Rockwood (2nd R) and Rafael Grossi (L) after the team's arrival from Iran. A fruitless visit to Iran by UN nuclear inspectors raised tensions on Wednesday, with Russia warning of "catastrophic" consequences if it leads to a military attack on its Middle East ally.
The United States expressed disappointment, and France said Iran's refusal to let the inspectors in to a key military site was a "missed opportunity" that could undermine chances of reviving wider talks between Tehran and world powers.
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- Writer: AFP News agency
- Position: Agence France-Presse
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