Russia has offered to mediate between the United States and Iran over Tehran’s nuclear program, a source briefed on discussions told Reuters on Tuesday. The Kremlin emphasized that it would do everything possible to seek a peaceful resolution.
According to Russia’s state-run Zvezda media, President Vladimir Putin agreed to mediate in nuclear negotiations between Tehran and Washington. However, the source familiar with the matter noted that Moscow had not been formally asked to act as an intermediary.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov reaffirmed Russia’s support for Iran, calling it a "partner and ally".
"President Putin believes that the Iranian nuclear issue should be resolved only by peaceful means," Peskov said.
The White House National Security Council stated that President Donald Trump remains open to talks with Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian, but would negotiate "from a position of strength".
The U.N. nuclear watchdog has warned that Iran is accelerating uranium enrichment to 60% purity, close to weapons-grade levels. Western officials argue such levels are unnecessary for civilian energy programs.
The U.S. and European allies are considering invoking a "snapback" of sanctions against Tehran under the 2015 nuclear deal (JCPOA). The deadline to trigger this mechanism expires on October 18 next year.
Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, reaffirming Washington’s commitment to countering Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
As tensions escalate in the Middle East, the viability of diplomatic negotiations remains uncertain, with Russia positioning itself as a potential mediator.
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