Russia to Mediate U.S.-Iran Nuclear Talks Following Trump-Putin Discussions

Moscow agrees to facilitate negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program and regional activities as tensions escalate over uranium enrichment.

Russia has agreed to mediate between the United States and Iran, focusing on Tehran's nuclear program and support for anti-U.S. proxies in the Middle East.
The agreement follows a February phone call between President Trump and President Putin, with further discussions held during a U.S.-Russia meeting in Saudi Arabia.
Iran has significantly increased its uranium enrichment to near-weapons-grade levels, raising international concerns about its nuclear intentions despite denying plans to develop nuclear weapons.
Russia, a key ally of Iran, has emphasized its commitment to resolving the issue through peaceful negotiations and has strengthened ties with Tehran in recent years, including signing a strategic cooperation treaty in January.
The U.S. has reinstated its 'maximum pressure' campaign on Iran under Trump’s administration, while also expressing openness to new negotiations to address long-standing disputes.