Putin Backs ‘Fair’ Nuclear Deal Between Tehran and Washington, Kremlin Says
The Kremlin confirmed that Putin reiterated Russia’s readiness to “contribute to advancing the dialogue aimed at reaching a just agreement rooted in the principles of international law.”
By Ahora Qadi
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed his support for a “fair” agreement between the United States and Iran on the longstanding nuclear dispute, according to a Kremlin statement released Tuesday following a phone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
The Kremlin confirmed that Putin reiterated Russia’s readiness to “contribute to advancing the dialogue aimed at reaching a just agreement rooted in the principles of international law.” His remarks follow renewed indirect negotiations between Tehran and Washington, which began on April 12 under Omani mediation after years of diplomatic stagnation.
The goal of the ongoing discussions is to forge a new pact that would prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons in exchange for the lifting of crippling economic sanctions. However, a new round of talks scheduled for May 3 was postponed due to “logistical reasons,” according to Oman’s foreign ministry.
Tehran Warns Against ‘Unrealistic’ Demands
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called on the U.S. to avoid “unrealistic and illogical” expectations. In a phone call with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, Araghchi said reaching an agreement remains “very possible,” but cautioned that any breakthrough would depend on “reasonable and constructive” positions from the American side.
Israel Pushes for Total Uranium Enrichment Ban
On April 27, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly urged the U.S. to reach a nuclear deal that would entirely prevent Iran from enriching uranium and block its ballistic missile development capabilities.
Tehran, which considers these conditions a red line, accused Netanyahu of trying to “dictate American policy,” highlighting the deep mistrust that continues to shroud the negotiations.
Moscow–Tehran Axis Grows Amid Western Sanctions
Relations between Moscow and Tehran have warmed significantly since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. The two heavily sanctioned states have sought closer strategic alignment in defiance of Western pressures.
In January 2025, both nations signed a landmark “Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty,” marking a pivotal step in their expanding alliance.
