Afghanistan, Sept. 29 -- Canada has endorsed the return of UN sanctions on Iran, urging global compliance, cooperation with the IAEA, and renewed US talks to prevent nuclear weapon development.

Canada's Foreign Ministry has announced its support for the reimposition of United Nations sanctions on Iran, joining the European powers (E3) and the United States.

In a statement issued on Sunday, 28 September, the ministry said Iran must comply with the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and honour its international obligations.

The statement further urged Tehran to cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and resume direct talks with Washington to ensure it never develops nuclear weapons.

According to Canada, the reinstateme...