EU eyes positive news from Iraqi polls
European Union foreign ministers will today make an initial assessment of Iraq's landmark elections, seeking to stress the positive after polls which many hope could help turn the tide in the violence-scarred country.
Although it will be too early for results, turnout in Sunday's polls will likely be closely looked at -- notably that of Sunni Muslims -- as will the level of unrest which escalated alarmingly ahead of the polls.
On other issues, the regular Brussels talks are expected to approve proposals to strengthen ties with Ukraine after Viktor Yushchenko was finally confirmed as president of the former Soviet nation.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel. The EU will also suspend diplomatic sanctions against Cuba, diplomats say, but Iraq will likely dominate discussion.
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