Germany: Iran's defiance merits fresh sanctions

Iran's failure to comply with the wishes of the United Nations over its nuclear program is forcing the international community to pursue further sanctions against Tehran, the German government said on Friday.

"The persistent defiance...of United Nations resolutions and Tehran's continuation of a dangerous nuclear policy are forcing the international community to pursue further comprehensive sanctions in New York against the regime in Tehran," government spokesman Ulrich Wilhelm told a regular news conference. (Reuters)