AFP, Washington, Dec 16, 2009 – Iran’s medium-range missile test undermines the Islamic republic’s claim of peaceful intentions and increases world resolve against Tehran’s nuclear aims, the White House said on Wednesday.
’At a time when the international community has offered Iran opportunities to begin to build trust and confidence, Iran’s missile tests only undermine Iran’s claims of peaceful intentions,’ said National Security Council spokesman Mike Hammer.
’Such actions will increase the seriousness and resolve of the international community to hold Iran accountable for its continued defiance of its international obligations on its nuclear program.’