Russian authorities called the present Middle East escalation “alarming” and “dangerous” as Israel began Operation Rising Lion. Russian media, however, quickly emphasised the possible advantages for Moscow.
An increase in world oil prices that is expected to strengthen Russia’s economy, diverting attention from Russia’s attack on Ukraine on a worldwide scale. “Kyiv has been forgotten” was the headline in the Komsomolets of Moskovsky.
Additionally, if the Kremlin’s offer to mediate the dispute was accepted, Russia could present itself as a major actor in the Middle East and a broker of peace despite its activities in Ukraine.
But the longer Israel’s military campaign continues, the more it becomes clear that Russia stands to lose from the existing state of affairs.
Despite having negotiated a comprehensive strategic alliance with Israel five months prior, Russia was powerless to stop the Israelis from launching a mass strike. Moscow doesn’t want to go beyond political statements denouncing Israel, it’s not ready to provide Iran with military assistance.”
Vladimir Putin and President Masoud Pezeshkian inked a strategic partnership agreement between Russia and Iran earlier this year, but it is not a military alliance.
Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated in an interview with the Ria Novosti news agency that the agreement gave “special attention to the strengthening of coordination in the interests of peace and security on the regional and global levels, and the desire of Moscow and Tehran for closer cooperation on security and defence.
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