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Russia the Winner in Iranian Fuel Deal

A deal orchestrated by Russia for the swapping of Iranian low-enriched uranium has given the Kremlin a diplomatic victory over the US. Though Washington was quick to dismiss the deal as a delaying tactic that will not stall the implementation of tough new sanctions, president Medvedev insisted that the swap was an important step toward finding “a politico-diplomatic solution to the problem of Iran’s nuclear programme.” The deal has “taken the wind out of US sails” as it coordinates its efforts with Moscow and Beijing on the above-mentioned sanctions.

 

 
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Eva Maria Krockow

Fri, May 21st 2010, 15:31

Eva Maria Krockow, GIZ, Ghana, Platinum Contributor (209)

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What are the real intentions behind this nuclear deal? It seems like instead of impeding Iran's nuclear programme and helping to create a safer future, politicians are more interested in international reputation and power-politics. Brazil and Turkey, as non-permanent members of the UN security council both want to prove their diplomatic abilities to the international community. In Brazil's case, a respected position within the international state system could increase its chances to become a permanent Security Council member - provided the council finally undergoes the necessary restructuring. Turkey, too, with its continuous ambitions of joining the EU is interested in a strong international profile. Russia as indirect player in the nuclear debate hopes to score off the US and balance its long-envied influence.
No wonder the deal agreed upon was a weak compromise and probably won't have any long-term success. The negotiating and mediating parties should take a step back from personal motives and finally focus on the important matters!
 

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