The United States and Iran faced conflict regarding Tehran’s nuclear program during a recent UN review of atomic treaties. A Russian ambassador criticized the singling out of Iran, expressing concern over the politicization of the discussion.

Russian Ambassador-at-Large Andrey Belousov, head of its delegation to the conference, objected to singling out Iran and expressed hope that the criticism and “politicisation” starting on day one will not affect the outcome, which he expressed hope will be successful