The Russian Foreign Ministry stated on Monday that emerging reports of potential military strikes targeting Iran are causing extreme concern. In light of these developments, Moscow repeated its demands for renewed diplomatic engagement across the region. Officials emphasized that focused diplomatic work is vital to normalize the broader security environment.
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Russia says reports of new military action against Iran are extremely concerning
2 November 2026 11:14 GMT
The Russian Foreign Ministry said on Monday that reports of new military action against Iran are a cause for extreme concern.
Russia has been calling for increased diplomatic efforts to normalise the situation in the region.
Reporting by Reuters
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