Moscow, Russia – Russian President Vladimir Putin has strongly condemned the recent U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, calling the action “groundless” and “unprovoked” aggression against a sovereign nation.
Speaking during a high-level meeting in Moscow with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, Putin criticized the weekend strikes on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, describing them as unjustified and dangerous provocations that could destabilize the entire Middle East.
“This is an absolutely unprovoked aggression against Iran,” Putin declared. “Russia is making efforts to provide assistance to the Iranian people and help mediate a path toward de-escalation.”
The remarks came in response to Israeli airstrikes targeting the Fordow nuclear facility and multiple government sites in Tehran. The attacks were carried out in coordination with the United States, amid rising tensions over Iran’s nuclear program.
The Kremlin issued a statement accusing Washington of opening a “Pandora’s box,” warning that such military actions jeopardize global stability.
“The safety and well-being of humanity as a whole are being placed at risk,” the Kremlin warned, adding that attacks on nuclear infrastructure carry grave international consequences.
In contrast, U.S. President Donald Trump defended the operation, describing the coordinated strike using stealth bombers as a bold move.
“We took the bomb right out of [Tehran’s] hands,” Trump said, calling the mission a preemptive measure to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
During an emergency session of the United Nations Security Council, Russia’s UN Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia delivered a stark warning about the global implications of the strikes.
“No one knows what new catastrophes and suffering this reckless escalation could unleash,” he said, urging restraint and international dialogue.
Russia’s condemnation adds to growing international concern over the spiraling conflict between Iran, Israel, and the U.S., with fears mounting that further military actions could trigger a broader regional war.
