ALBAWABA- Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday reaffirmed that the Iranian nuclear issue must be resolved solely through diplomacy, warning against any military approach as tensions in the Middle East continue to rise.
Iran unveils major gas discovery in Fars province, adding 10 trillion cubic feet to reservesSpeaking at the Russia–Central Asia Summit in Moscow, Putin stressed that “there is no rational alternative to negotiations,” underscoring Moscow’s continued coordination with Tehran.
Putin praised Iran’s “clear commitment to diplomatic solutions,” adding that Russia recognizes “Tehran’s efforts to seek mutually acceptable outcomes and resume constructive cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).”
He emphasized that sustained dialogue remains the only path to preserving regional stability and preventing further escalation.
The remarks come amid a renewed diplomatic push to revive nuclear negotiations after high-level talks on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly last week between French President Emmanuel Macron and his Iranian counterpart failed to yield progress.
The European “Troika”, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, has reactivated the “trigger mechanism” process initiated in late August, demanding full IAEA access to Iran’s nuclear facilities and the establishment of strict safeguards for enriched uranium stockpiles as preconditions for new talks with Washington.
Tehran has rejected these terms as “unfair” and politically motivated, reiterating that its nuclear activities are strictly peaceful.
The developments unfold as the United States deploys additional troops and aircraft carriers to the Middle East, raising fears of a potential new confrontation with Iran following the Gaza ceasefire.
Meanwhile, unconfirmed reports suggest Russia may soon supply Iran with advanced fighter jets under a recently signed comprehensive strategic cooperation pact, though neither side has officially commented on the claims.
