After the revelation that Iran is now capable of building a nuclear weapon, a series of letters was uncovered between US President Barack Obama and Russian President Dmitry Medvedev concerning possible tactics to defuse the nuclear situation. In a show of solidarity, six of the most influential nations today announced at a UN nuclear watchdog meeting that they would adopt a tact of “direct diplomacy” to handle threat.

The United States, Britain, France, Germany, Russia and China all issued a statement voicing concerns on Iran’s recent nuclear advances; possible preventative measures were not disclosed to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The current US policy of discussion with foreign rivals is a swift change from the previous one of Isolationism under the Bush administration. US Secretary of State Hilary Clinton has expressed that she is skeptical about a solution stemming from the united front.

Given the recent increase in nuclear production capabilities, investigations by the IAEA are a crucial element according to the UN; Iran has until this point refused to cooperate with investigations citing their peaceful intentions. The general consensus of the six nations is that a purely diplomatic approach be taken towards the Iranian position: the UN is urging Tehran to respond in kind.

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