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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The United States has designated Afghanistan a “State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention”, accusing the Taliban of holding American citizens to gain political concessions and demanding the immediate release of detained Americans.
British MPs have rejected a proposal to introduce an Australia-style ban on social media for under-16s, opting instead to give ministers flexible powers to impose restrictions on platforms.
Azerbaijan is evacuating nearly 200 people from the Middle East on a special charter flight departing from Oman.
Australia has granted humanitarian visas to five Iranian women footballers who sought asylum, fearing persecution after refusing to sing their national anthem at an Asia Cup match.
Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is a hardline cleric with strong backing from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. His rise signals continuity in Tehran's anti-Western policies.
Global oil prices surpassed $119 a barrel on Monday (9 March, 2026), an almost four year high, as the Middle East conflict rumbled on.
China has urged Afghanistan and Pakistan to resolve their dispute through dialogue after Chinese envoy Yue Xiaoyong met Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, as fighting between the two neighbours entered its eleventh day.
Welcome to our live coverage as the conflict involving Iran enters its 11th day. Tensions in the region remain high as the United States and Iran exchange increasingly sharp warnings over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global oil supplies.
Entry and exit across the state border between Azerbaijan and Iran for all types of cargo vehicles, including those in transit, will resume on 9 March, according to a statement by the Cabinet of Ministers of Azerbaijan.
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Mike Waltz, has addressed the U.N. Security Council, saying the world must consider how effective its engagement with the Taliban-run country is as millions face hunger.
British MPs have rejected a proposal to introduce an Australia-style ban on social media for under-16s, opting instead to give ministers flexible powers to impose restrictions on platforms.
Australia has granted humanitarian visas to five Iranian women footballers who sought asylum, fearing persecution after refusing to sing their national anthem at an Asia Cup match.
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U.S. President Donald Trump called his recent phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin “very good.” The two leaders spoke on Monday about the situation in Iran and other international issues.
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