Russia's Lavrov discusses US-Iran framework deal with Iranian counterpart

Russia's Lavrov discusses US-Iran framework deal with Iranian counterpart Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov spoke to his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday about the US-Iran deal, and said Moscow was ready to help. Russia is ready to support efforts to resolve the crisis "based on its unique experience and expertise", the Russian foreign ministry stated. "The Russian minister expressed support for the understandings reached through effective mediation by Pakistan and Qatar to de-escalate tensions in the region. The importance of compliance by all parties involved in the armed conflict, including Israel, was emphasised," the ministry added.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov spoke to his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday about the US-Iran deal, and said Moscow was ready to help.

Russia is ready to support efforts to resolve the crisis "based on its unique experience and expertise", the Russian foreign ministry stated.

"The Russian minister expressed support for the understandings reached through effective mediation by Pakistan and Qatar to de-escalate tensions in the region. The importance of compliance by all parties involved in the armed conflict, including Israel, was emphasised," the ministry added.