(VOVworld) - The P5+1 world powers and Iran have struck a historic deal on Tehran’s nuclear program at talks in Geneva on Sunday in return for loosened sanctions against Tehran. This was considered the first breakthrough after a decade of international efforts to prevent Iran’s disputed nuclear program. EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Catherine Ashton on behalf of the P5+1 and Iranian chief negotiator and foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif confirmed that both sides have reached a temporary agreement after 5 days of intense discussions. Iran will stop enriching uranium beyond 5% within 6 months as Washington will loosen its sanctions against the Islamic country. The deal is expected to be signed at the UN headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland later Sunday.

Iran and P5+1 agree landmark nuclear deal. Photo: internet

World powers within the P5+1 group had positive attitudes towards the incident. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stressed that the agreement content goes well with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s external policies. Lavrov said any issues related to Iranian nuclear program will be under strict supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), adding that both sides will strive to reach a final deal in the next 6 months. Meanwhile, in the United States, the White House says President Obama will have a speech regarding the recent nuclear deal with Iran.