Lavrov tells Iran conflict has ‘no military solution’

Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov told his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi that the conflict has “no military solution” and urged efforts to prevent any renewed escalation, Russia’s foreign ministry said.

Lavrov also reaffirmed Moscow’s “unwavering readiness” to help resolve the crisis diplomatically.

The ministry said Araghchi briefed him on recent US.-Iran talks in Pakistan that ended without agreement.

Russia and Iran are allies and signed the Iranian–Russian Treaty on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2025 which included military cooperation.