Iran move violates EU nuclear pact – EU spokeswoman

Reuters: Iran’s resumption of research work on nuclear fuel violates an agreement with European Union countries to hold back from sensitive nuclear activities, an EU spokesman said on Tuesday. BRUSSELS (Reuters) – Iran’s resumption of research work on nuclear fuel violates an agreement with European Union countries to hold back from sensitive nuclear activities, an EU spokesman said on Tuesday.

“It is considered a violation of the Paris agreement. These activities are clearly related to enrichment,” Cristina Gallach, spokeswoman for EU foreign policy chief Javier Solana, said by telephone.

“This is very much a step in the wrong direction. We are extremely concerned and consultations are taking place (within the EU) to coordinate a response.” Tehran announced earlier its nuclear research centres had restarted their activities.