Announcing Russia's willingness to assist in the negotiation process and reduce tensions in the region, Maria Zakharova, spokeswoman for the Russian Foreign Ministry, emphasized the need to increase diplomatic efforts to normalize the situation around Iran and said that Moscow is ready to cooperate in this direction. He stated: We see a need to increase diplomatic activity to normalize the situation. We support the mediators' efforts and also assist in the negotiation process. Zakharova also emphasized Russia's willingness to participate in reaching the solutions agreed upon by the parties and assist in their implementation.