It was stated that Russian leader Vladimir Putin is making efforts to de-escalate the tensions that erupted following the United States and Israel’s attacks on Iran and Tehran’s subsequent response.
Kremlin Spokesman Dmitriy Peskov said that President Vladimir Putin is exerting every effort to reduce the escalating tensions in the Middle East caused by clashes between the United States, Israel, and Iran.
Other statements by Kremlin Spokesman Peskov:
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Putin promised his counterparts in the Gulf countries that he would convey his deep concerns regarding Iran’s attacks to Tehran.
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Russia respects the sovereignty of other countries and does not interfere in their internal affairs; anything contrary to this is a violation of international law.
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There is currently no change in the pace of negotiations on Ukraine despite the escalating situation in the Middle East.
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Putin will hold a new international phone call today.
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There is currently no phone call planned between Putin and Trump.