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News Analysis Leyla Latypova

In Russia’s Dagestan, Iran-Israel Conflict Hits Close to Home

As the U.S. struck Iranian nuclear facilities, the risk of radioactive contamination reaching Dagestan brought the hostilities into stark relief.

Rosaviatsia Lifts Most Middle East Flight Restrictions as Iran-Israel Ceasefire Holds

Under Rosaviatsia’s latest directive, Russian aircraft may now enter airspace over Iraq, Iran and Jordan, while restrictions on Qatar ended on Thursday...

Rosaviatsia Expands Middle East Flight Restrictions

Civilian aviation authorities banned Russian aircraft from using the airspace above Qatar after Iranian rocket attacks on a U.S. airbase there.

In a Prolonged Israel-Iran Conflict, Russia’s Economy Stands to Reap the Benefits

Moscow benefits most from a protracted conflict that leaves uncertainty over energy supplies but does not spill over into all-out war.

Kremlin Says It Would Welcome Iran-Israel Truce Amid Trump’s Uncertain Ceasefire

Moscow also bristled at the suggestion it offered only symbolic support to Iran, accusing critics of trying to “spoil” relations with its ally.

Trump Blasts Medvedev Over Iran Nuclear Comments

Russia’s former president had earlier suggested that “a number of countries are ready to directly supply Iran with their own nuclear warheads.”

Kremlin ‘Deeply Regrets’ U.S. Strikes on Iran as Putin Condemns ‘Unprovoked Aggression’

Moscow said its offer to mediate the conflict, along with its condemnation of the U.S. strikes, amounted to “a form of support” for Iran.

Iranian Foreign Minister Arrives in Moscow for Talks With Putin After U.S. Strikes

Iran’s official IRNA news agency reported that Araghchi would meet with the Kremlin leader and other senior Russian officials during the visit.

Russia Condemns ‘Irresponsible’ U.S. Strikes on Iran

"It is already clear that a dangerous escalation has begun, fraught with further undermining of regional and global security," Russia said.

Between Two Fires: Kremlin's Loss of Leverage Exposed By Israel-Iran Conflict

Powerless to influence the conflict, Russia nonetheless hopes it will be able to win Trump's favor.

Russian MFA Warns U.S. Against Military Intervention in Iran

The warning came shortly after a phone call between Putin and Xi Jinping, who condemned Israel's actions and called for a ceasefire with Iran.

opinion Ruslan Suleymanov

Putin Wants to Mediate Between Israel and Iran. Is That Even Possible?

Vladimir Putin has long managed to maintain relations with the Middle Eastern powers despite them standing at loggerheads.

Putin Says Russia Is Ready to Mediate Israel-Iran Conflict During Call With UAE President

The two leaders "expressed deep concern over the continuing escalation of the Iranian-Israeli conflict," warning of "extremely negative consequences for...

A Strategic Partnership, Not a Military Alliance: Russia’s Role in the Israel-Iran Conflict

While Russia remains a major player in the Middle East, it may not be able to shape events in the region as much as it would like.

Erdoğan Tells Putin Israel Threatens Regional Security

The Kremlin said Putin and Erdoğan used the conversation to call for an "immediate" end to fighting between Israel and Iran.

Russian Embassy in Israel Advises Citizens to Leave Country as Air War Intensifies

Russian Ambassador Anatoly Viktorov said contingency plans are being considered in case a broader evacuation becomes necessary.

Russia Pulls Citizens From Iran, Halts Tehran Consular Activity

The Russian Embassy in Tehran said it had suspended consular activities over the current situation in the country.

Putin Condemns Israeli Strikes on Iran, Says Ready to Mediate

Putin "stressed that Russia condemns Israel's actions, which violate the UN Charter and international law," the Kremlin said.

Oil Prices Surge, Russian Stocks Rise as Israel-Iran Tensions Grow

The Russian stock exchange rose slightly at the start of trading Friday, with oil and gold companies seeing the biggest increases in share prices.

Rosaviatsia Restricts Air Travel Across Middle East After Israel Launches Strikes on Iran

Major Russian airlines, including Aeroflot and Red Wings, had earlier canceled flights to Iran and Israel due to safety concerns.

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