Russia warns United States against direct attacks on Iran
Jun 19, 2025
Moscow [Russia], June 19: Russia has warned the United States against direct involvement on Israel's side in the conflict with Iran.
"It would be a step that would radically destabilize the whole situation," said Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov at the St Petersburg International Economic Forum, according to the Russian Interfax news agency.
Even speculation over US participation is dangerous, the diplomat said.
Russia has criticized Israel sharply over its strikes against Iran, accusing the Israeli leadership of leading the world to the brink of a nuclear catastrophe. Moscow and Tehran are seen as close partners in the Middle East.
Attacks were continuing on Wednesday, with the world awaiting a decision by President Donald Trump on whether the US will join Israel's strikes on Iran.
Source: Qatar Tribune
