Russia Urges Peace in Middle East Crisis

A conversation on Friday night saw Russia’s leader reach out to Iran’s head of state, offering sympathy for the heavy losses in the current conflict. The dialogue highlighted concerns over many civilian deaths linked to what Russia calls “armed aggression” involving Israel and the United States. President Putin urged an immediate end to fighting, stressing that force should not be used to settle disputes in Iran or the wider region. He also called for a quick return to diplomatic talks.During the call, Russia kept close ties with other Gulf nations, maintaining open lines of communication. The Iranian president thanked Moscow for standing by the people as they protect their nation’s sovereignty and independence. He also shared a detailed briefing on the latest developments in the hostilities. The message from Russia underscores its position that war is not a solution, and it pushes for peace talks to resolve the escalating tensions.