Iran
The rush to process uranium is to generate electricity, say officials in Isfahan. But there are no power stations.
Guardian 30th July 2007 more >>
Western governments continue to insist that Iran must suspend enrichment as a precondition for negotiations, because of the deep mistrust stemming from the country’s 18-year concealment of the most sensitive aspects of its nuclear programme.
Independent 30th July 2007 more >>
Disarmament
POPE Benedict XVI called yesterday for nuclear disarmament, saying nuclear technology must be used instead to promote development in the respect of the environment.
Scotsman 30th July 2007 more >>
Reuters 29th July 2007 more >>
North Korea
North Korea’s foreign minister promised on Sunday to abide by his country’s commitment to end its nuclear weapons programme.
Christian Today 29th July 2007 more >>
Climate
MPs criticise the fact that the draft climate change Bill currently includes a legally binding target for Britain to cut carbon emissions by 60 per cent by 2050. However, the select committee says the latest scientific research suggests that this was now “very unlikely” to be sufficient.
Telegraph 30th July 2007 more >>
