Overview
- Peskov called the assassinations of Iranian leaders an abnormal development that will have very serious consequences.
- He said efforts initially framed as pushing for regime change have instead tightened public support around Iran’s leadership.
- Peskov described the Middle East war as widening and said no sensible person can predict what comes next.
- He reiterated that Russia condemns any actions aimed at harming members of Iran’s leadership, including their murder.
- He argued European governments now prioritize paying energy bills over Ukraine and refuse dialogue with Russia despite funding strains.