Resolve in Europe has been wavering with Italy's prime minister recently saying he wants to get his troops out as soon as possible.

VOA: standard.2009.10.01

He said the two countries want to resolve all issues connected with Iran's nuclear program.

VOA: standard.2009.10.13

French President Nicholas Sarkozy urged Mr.Assad, during a conference in France last July, to use his influence to help resolve Iran's nuclear standoff with the West.

VOA: standard.2009.03.18