BoomNews24 | Global Desk
Date: June 13, 2025
By: BoomNews24 International Affairs Team
In a sharp rebuke following Israel’s dramatic airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear facilities, Russia has condemned the attacks, calling them a threat to global peace and a “serious escalation” in the Middle East crisis.
According to the Kremlin, the strikes were unprovoked, illegal, and violate international law and the United Nations Charter. Russian Foreign Ministry officials warned that the action could spiral into a full-scale regional war.
“We are extremely concerned. This is a sharp and unacceptable escalation that threatens the entire region,” said Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov in Moscow.
🇷🇺 Russia Steps In, Warns of Fallout
- Russia has called on both Israel and Iran to exercise restraint, warning that continued violence could derail diplomatic efforts, especially concerning Iran’s nuclear program.
- The Russian Embassy in Tel Aviv has issued a travel advisory, urging its citizens to leave Israel immediately, citing the unpredictability of the situation.
What Happened?
- On Thursday night, Israel launched massive airstrikes on over 100 locations across Iran, including alleged nuclear facilities and military bases.
- The strikes reportedly involved more than 200 fighter jets and resulted in the deaths of several high-ranking Iranian officials and scientists.
- In retaliation, Iran fired over 100 drones toward Israeli territory, further raising international alarm.
Global Reactions Pour In
Russia is not alone in sounding the alarm:
- Turkey and Saudi Arabia have both urged de-escalation.
- The European Union and United Nations have called for immediate ceasefire and diplomatic intervention.
- The IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) has expressed concern that ongoing strikes could damage nuclear monitoring efforts.
Russia-Iran Relations
Moscow and Tehran recently strengthened ties through a 20-year strategic cooperation agreement, signed in May. While not a military alliance, the agreement aligns both countries on several economic and political fronts. This recent attack puts Russia in a position where it must balance diplomacy with firm support for its ally.
What Next?
- Iran has declared the Israeli strikes a “declaration of war.”
- Israel remains on high alert, with defense systems active across major cities.
- Russia is expected to push for an emergency UN Security Council meeting in the coming days.
BoomNews24 Analysis
This crisis is far from over. As the world watches, the risk of a broader Middle East conflict looms large. With two major military powers on edge, and nuclear facilities involved, diplomacy must step in fast—or the consequences could be catastrophic.
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