03.03.2026 15:00
Russia warned that the attacks by the US and Israel on Iran could trigger a nuclear arms race in the Middle East, stating that the increasing tensions pose serious risks to regional and global security.
Russia issued a critical warning regarding the course of the conflict in the Middle East. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov pointed out that the actions of the West and Israel towards Iran could escalate regional tensions and pose the risk of triggering a nuclear arms race.
CALL FOR DIPLOMACY Lavrov indicated that the recent airstrikes by the U.S. and Israel against Iran could undermine regional stability, stating that such steps could lead Iran and other Arab countries to pursue nuclear capabilities. The foreign official called for diplomacy, saying that this situation could yield results contrary to the objectives of war.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov "PROVOCATION" WARNING Russia had previously expressed these views through official channels in response to the Iranian attacks. The Foreign Ministry argued that the operations of the U.S. and Israel were "provocations," warning that this could lead to humanitarian, economic, and potentially radiological dangers.
Experts note that while discussing the effects of the current war on the international security architecture, Lavrov's warning sends a strong message that the risk of nuclear armament should be addressed through diplomatic solutions. A call for all parties to reduce tensions and return to diplomacy is reiterated.