- Araghchi had earlier accused the United States of derailing peace efforts
- The conflict is also impacting global markets, with oil prices rising sharply as the Strait of Hormuz remains largely disrupted
Abbas Araghchi has held high level talks with Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg as tensions surrounding the ongoing Iran conflict continue to escalate.
During the meeting, Eko Hot Blog reports that both leaders discussed the situation in the Middle East, with Putin expressing support for Iran’s position and indicating that efforts would be made to promote stability in the region.
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The Kremlin also confirmed that a message from Iran’s Supreme Leader had been delivered to the Russian president, though its contents were not disclosed.
The diplomatic engagement comes amid growing strain in international negotiations.
Araghchi had earlier accused the United States of derailing peace efforts, while President Donald Trump recently cancelled a planned diplomatic visit to Pakistan, saying further talks would not be productive.
Elsewhere, violence continues to intensify. In Lebanon, health authorities reported that Israeli airstrikes killed at least 14 people, including children, while Israel Defense Forces confirmed that one of its soldiers died following a drone attack attributed to Hezbollah.
The conflict is also impacting global markets, with oil prices rising sharply as the Strait of Hormuz remains largely disrupted.
Brent crude has climbed above 107 dollars per barrel, reflecting concerns over supply routes in the region.
Russia’s involvement highlights its intention to remain influential in Middle East affairs. Moscow has maintained ties with multiple actors, including Iran, Gulf states, and Israel, while reportedly providing intelligence support to Tehran.
There have also been suggestions from European agencies that Russia could expand its assistance to Iran, including advanced drone technology.
At the same time, Russia has positioned itself as a potential mediator in the crisis, though previous proposals have not been accepted by Washington.
The ongoing conflict continues to reshape geopolitical alliances and energy markets, with global attention focused on whether diplomatic efforts can prevent further escalation.
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