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Former German Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer speaks at a press conference at the German Embassy in Tehran on August 2, 2006. Fischer said Iran's right to produce nuclear energy for civilian purpose is officially recognized by Europe. (UPI Photo/Mohammad Kheirkhah)

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“ Russia is our partner, the U.S. is our friend and most important ally outside of Europe. One is a partnership; the other is family, ”
Fischer calls U.S. ties 'family'
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“ I did not react with sufficient speed or firmness, or fully enough as the responsible minister, ”
Germany's Fischer admits visa blunders
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“ We expect that the International Atomic Energy Agency will confirm at the meeting of the IAEA board of governors on Nov. 25, and in future further monitor, the voluntary suspension of all enrichment and reprocessing activities by Iran, ”
German FM hails Iran nuke deal
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“ It would be loyal competition between countries that are friends and allies, ”
Italy opposes German U.N. security seat
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“ I think there is a very good basis on which we can seek and reach a consensus, ”
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