14.06.2025 13:20
The position of Russia, Iran's ally, regarding Israel's attacks was a matter of curiosity. Russia described Israel's airstrikes against Iran as "unprovoked and contrary to international law," labeling the actions as "barbaric." In response to the attacks that have unsettled the world, Russian leader Putin offered to mediate between the two countries.
Russia condemned Israel's airstrikes against Iran on the night of June 13 in strong terms, describing the actions as "barbaric."
"ISRAEL'S ATTACKS ARE ILLEGAL"
Russia characterized Israel's airstrikes against Iran as "unprovoked and contrary to international law." Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that these attacks violated the United Nations Charter and expressed that President Vladimir Putin is regularly monitoring developments from intelligence and defense officials.
"ISRAEL UNDERMINED DIPLOMATIC EFFORTS"
The Russian Foreign Ministry emphasized that Israel's actions undermine diplomatic efforts regarding Iran's nuclear program and threaten regional security. It also called on all parties to exercise restraint, stating that the escalation of the conflict must be prevented.
PUTIN CONDEMNED ISRAEL'S ACTIONS AND OFFERED MEDIATION
Russian President Putin held separate phone conversations with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He conveyed to the Iranian leader that Russia condemns Israel's actions and expressed condolences for the casualties. To Netanyahu, he emphasized that issues regarding Iran's nuclear program should only be resolved through diplomatic and political means.
The key points highlighted in the meeting were as follows:
- The Russian leader expressed condolences to the Iranian government and people for the casualties resulting from the Israeli attacks.
- Russia condemns Israel's actions that violate the UN Charter and international law.
- Moscow fully supports efforts to resolve the situation regarding Iran's nuclear program through peaceful means.
- Russia will continue to contribute to the resolution of the dispute between Iran and Israel.
- Putin emphasized the importance of returning to the negotiation process and that all issues related to Iran's nuclear program should be resolved only through political and diplomatic means during his conversation with Netanyahu.
- Moscow is ready to mediate to prevent further escalation of tensions.