We view this as a serious escalation on the part of Iran on the nuclear issue.

From our point of view, these are very serious allegations, and if true, very troublesome.

We strongly oppose Iran proceeding with any further enrichment-related activities.

The De-escalation of Nuclear Crises.

Today's vote sends Iran a very clear and unmistakable message that they need to abide by their international obligations and to heed the call of the international community.

Hill reiterated in private what we have said in public about this issue, that they're separate and that we would hope the North Korean government would return without preconditions to the six-party talks.