Sergei Lavrov and Abbas Araghchi, the Foreign Ministers of Russia and Iran, recently engaged in a phone conversation to address the escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf. The Russian Foreign Ministry highlighted that the discussion focused on the deteriorating security conditions in the region, attributed to actions by the US and Israel. Lavrov emphasized the urgent need to halt hostilities, particularly condemning strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities.
The conversation also touched upon the concerning escalation of conflict into the Caspian region instigated by Washington and Tel Aviv. Both sides expressed worries over this development and stressed the necessity for an immediate cessation of hostilities. They advocated for a political resolution that considers the interests of all involved parties, with a primary focus on Iran. Additionally, Araghchi expressed gratitude towards Russia for its diplomatic and humanitarian support to Iran during these challenging times.
Moscow recently criticized the ongoing strikes on Iranian nuclear sites as a blatant breach of international law. The Russian Foreign Ministry condemned the continuous attacks on various Iranian facilities, including the Natanz uranium enrichment plant. These actions, disregarding civilian lives and environmental risks, were deemed violations of international agreements and resolutions. The ministry called for swift and impartial assessments from the international community to address the potential catastrophic consequences in the Middle East and to safeguard regional peace and stability.
