Russia backs Iran
Russia Backs Iran Peaceful Nuclear Rights
Russia Backs Iran right to maintain peaceful nuclear facilities. Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, emphasized in an interview with Sputnik Radio that Iran has historically held, and continues to hold, the legal right to operate nuclear installations for non-military purposes. She stressed that this right remains valid even amidst escalating regional tensions.
Concerns Over Attacks on Civilian Nuclear Infrastructure
Zakharova raised alarm over what she described as direct attacks on peaceful nuclear sites, suggesting that such actions are pushing the Middle East closer to a nuclear crisis. She warned that the potential for nuclear conflict in the region is no longer a hypothetical scenario but a tangible and increasing threat. These developments, she noted, not only heighten instability but also pose significant dangers beyond the Middle East, with global security implications.
Nuclear Threat Becoming a Reality
As reported by Russian state media outlet TASS, Zakharova underscored that recent attacks on nuclear infrastructure have moved the threat from possibility to reality. She insisted that Iran’s nuclear activities remain within the bounds of international law, and any assaults on these sites should be treated as a matter of urgent international concern.
Rising Tensions Between Iran and Israel
Russia’s statement comes amid heightened military exchanges between Israel and Iran. On June 13, Israel launched “Operation Rising Lion,” targeting Iranian nuclear assets. In retaliation, Iran responded with strikes of its own. Over the following days, both nations confirmed casualties and infrastructure damage. Despite each side downplaying the extent of their losses, the tit-for-tat escalation has significantly raised fears of broader regional conflict.
