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Iran - could drive a wedge in western unity (Photo: EUobserver)

Russian move on Iran challenges EU unity

A looming compromise on Iran's nuclear programme stemming from the latest Russian proposal has put the unity of the EU3 countries - Britain, France and Germany - to the test, agency reports indicate.

A deal ending the dispute over Tehran's nuclear programme appeared to come closer on Monday (6 March) as the chief of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Mohamed El Baradei expressed optimism over the Iran dossier.

"I am still very much hopeful that in the next week or so ...

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Iran - could drive a wedge in western unity (Photo: EUobserver)

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