Russian President Vladimir Putin has pledged support for Iran following airstrikes by the United States and Israel on Iranian soil, describing the attacks as “unprovoked aggression.”
During a meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Moscow on Monday, Putin reaffirmed Russia’s longstanding ties with Iran and promised to assist the Iranian people amid rising regional tensions.
“From our side, we will undertake efforts to support the Iranian people,” said Putin, according to a Kremlin statement.
Although Putin did not specify the type of support Russia would provide, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said any assistance would depend on Iran’s specific requests. He added that Russia is also willing to mediate in the growing crisis.
Key Details:
- Who was involved: U.S. and Israeli forces carried out strikes on Iranian territory.
- Russia’s reaction: Condemned the strikes as aggression and promised to stand by Iran.
- Iran-Russia ties: Strengthened in recent years, especially through military cooperation — including Iran’s supply of drones used by Russia in the Ukraine war.
- Ongoing diplomacy: Putin also met with Iraqi PM Mohammed al-Sudani to discuss the broader Middle East crisis.
Why It Matters:
This marks a significant geopolitical moment, as Russia positions itself more firmly alongside Iran amidst deepening global divides. It could also signal further military or diplomatic alignment between Moscow and Tehran in response to Western actions.
What’s Next:
Iran has yet to publicly request specific forms of aid, but Moscow says it’s ready to respond. The international community now watches closely as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate, with Russia potentially taking a more active role in the conflict.
