Overview
- Russia’s Foreign Ministry called for an immediate ceasefire, saying the conflict stems from unprovoked U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran.
- Moscow said it is seriously concerned about further escalation and cited rising damage to energy and other critical infrastructure in Iran and neighboring Arab states.
- The statement offered Russian help to mediate, with readiness to work alongside China, Turkey and other like-minded partners through diplomatic and political channels.
- Officials insisted the first step toward any progress is an immediate stop to U.S. and Israeli military operations.
- Russia coupled the appeal with its long-running Gulf collective-security concept aimed at durable stability, though there is no indication the main combatants have accepted its offer.