“The Iranian government’s decision to begin uranium enrichment at the Qom-Fordow plant is cause for deep concern and deserving of the firmest condemnation”. The statement came from foreign ministry spokesperson Maurizio Massari, according to whom “Teheran is unfortunately demonstrating its intention to move in the opposite direction to that recommended in IAEA and United Nations resolutions”.
“At this point,” – Massari continued – “pressure on Iran through tighter sanctions aimed at depriving Teheran of the means to continue nuclear activities that defy international law is inevitable”.
“In response to Iran’s persistent refusal to accept the international community’s proposals of dialogue” – Massari concluded–“Italy, along its principal European and international partners, will support the adoption of harsh and effective sanctions”.
