No first use of space weapons: Russia-Argentina accord

MOSCOW, May 28 (Itar-Tass) - First use of weapons in outer space has been renounced in a joint statement by Russian and Argentinian foreign ministers Sergey Lavrov and Hector Timerman in a document adopted after talks on Wednesday. “Signing of the statement is a good example of similarity in our positions on international affairs,” Lavrov said as the two sides also urged effort towards a deal on peaceful use of nuclear energy. “This Russian initiative wins more and more supporters and we hope that a corresponding resolution will also be adopted in the multilateral format at a UN General Assembly meeting this year,” he added. International accords govern space activity by the two states. These are notably the 100-nation 1967 Treaty on Principles Governing Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies, and a 1963 treaty banning nuclear weapon tests in the atmosphere, outer space and under water. Learn more on itar-tass.com