[PEN-L] The hammer and sickle

[ken hanly]

In general, the Russian changes seek to limit punitive
actions against the Iranians and stress the need for
further negotiation with Tehran, and the proposals
from Washington broaden the measure’s sweep and
toughen the punishment.

“The problem is that we think that our tool kit is
full of tools,” Mr. Churkin said, “and for some
reason, for some people, there is only demand and
sanctions — the hammer and sickle.

“In our view it’s much more than that. So we are
trying to use the entire diplomatic tool kit in order
to address the situation.”