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A Strategic Partnership, Not a Military Alliance: Russia’s Role in the Israel-Iran Conflict

While Russia remains a major player in the Middle East, it may not be able to shape events in the region as much as it would like.

Erdoğan Tells Putin Israel Threatens Regional Security

The Kremlin said Putin and Erdoğan used the conversation to call for an "immediate" end to fighting between Israel and Iran.

Russian Embassy in Israel Advises Citizens to Leave Country as Air War Intensifies

Russian Ambassador Anatoly Viktorov said contingency plans are being considered in case a broader evacuation becomes necessary.

Russia Pulls Citizens From Iran, Halts Tehran Consular Activity

The Russian Embassy in Tehran said it had suspended consular activities over the current situation in the country.

Putin Condemns Israeli Strikes on Iran, Says Ready to Mediate

Putin "stressed that Russia condemns Israel's actions, which violate the UN Charter and international law," the Kremlin said.

Oil Prices Surge, Russian Stocks Rise as Israel-Iran Tensions Grow

The Russian stock exchange rose slightly at the start of trading Friday, with oil and gold companies seeing the biggest increases in share prices.

Rosaviatsia Restricts Air Travel Across Middle East After Israel Launches Strikes on Iran

Major Russian airlines, including Aeroflot and Red Wings, had earlier canceled flights to Iran and Israel due to safety concerns.

Putin Ready To ‘Help Resolve’ Iran Nuclear Stand-Off, Kremlin Says

On Wednesday, Iran said that Washington’s proposal was against Tehran’s national interest.

Eurasian Economic Union Free Trade Deal With Iran Goes Into Effect

The estimated average tariff applied by Iran to Russian goods under the deal will fall to 5.2% from the current 16.7%, officials said.

Iran Preparing for Putin Visit, Tehran Says

"Putin's trip to Tehran is currently being worked out, preparations are underway," an Iranian spokesperson told Russian state media.

Russia Agrees to Begin Gas Deliveries to Iran This Year

Moscow said it will supply Tehran with up to 55 billion cubic meters of gas per year, but final details of the deal are still being worked out.

Russia Says It’s Ready to Help Mediate U.S.-Iran Nuclear Talks

Russia has issued multiple appeals for de-escalation in recent weeks after U.S. President Donald Trump appeared to threaten Iran with military action.

Iranian Foreign Minister to Visit Moscow This Week to Discuss U.S. Nuclear Talks

An Iranian spokesman said the trip was "pre-planned" and would be "an opportunity to discuss the latest developments related to the Muscat talks."

State Duma Ratifies Strategic Partnership Treaty With Iran

One of the treaty’s key provisions commits Russia and Iran to counter security threats, exchange intelligence and refrain from aiding aggressors.

Russia and China Urge Lifting Sanctions From Iran After Nuclear Talks in Beijing

In a joint statement, the three countries “stressed the need to fully respect Iran’s right to peaceful uses of nuclear energy.”

Russia Begins Naval Exercises With China and Iran in Gulf of Oman

The drills, called Marine Security Belt 2025, aim to improve counter-piracy and terrorism operations at sea, Russia’s Defense Ministry said.

Putin Agrees to Help Trump Broker U.S.-Iran Nuclear Talks – Bloomberg

Trump reportedly raised the idea of Moscow mediating talks during a Feb. 12 phone call with Putin.

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov Visits Tehran for Talks

Russia’s Foreign Ministry said their talks would cover “Russian-Iranian relations,” as well as “a number of current international issues,” such...

Iran Says Russian FM Lavrov Will Visit Tehran in Coming Days

Lavrov last visited Iran in October 2023 for a meeting aimed at finding a solution to Armenia-Azerbaijan tensions.

Iran Seeks To Expand Nuclear Power Cooperation With Russia’s Rosatom

Both countries are seeking to strengthen their bilateral energy cooperation amid Western sanctions.

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