Iran Slows Uranium Enrichment

The International Atomic Energy Agency reported that Iran's efforts to expand its uranium enrichment program has slowed. The report, however, did not suggest a reason. Agency chief Mohamed ElBaradei said earlier that he thought the reason appeared to be political. This may indicate that Iran may be waiting for conciliatory signals from the new United States administration. The new administration has said it is ready to talk directly with Iran on nuclear and other disputes. I hope they will be able to do this and come to a reasonable solution to this ongoing problem.