World Powers Avoid Harsh Iran Criticism At Meeting, Say Nuclear Talks With Tehran ‘Useful’

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By Associated Press, Updated: Tuesday, March 5, 12:40 PM

VIENNA — World powers are avoiding harsh criticism of Tehran at a meeting of the U.N. atomic agency, reflecting efforts to have the Islamic Republic accept their latest offer in nuclear talks.

Meetings of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s 35-nation board often hear toughly worded Western demands that Iran stop uranium enrichment and cooperate with an IAEA probe of alleged secret nuclear weapons work by Tehran.

But with Iran showing interest in an offer made by six nations last week, their joint statement Tuesday was moderate, taking note of “useful meetings.”

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