The signs that a new military operation is being planned against Iran are extremely worrisome, according to the statement of the spokeswoman of the Russian Foreign Ministry, Maria Zakharova. "We believe it is necessary to increase diplomatic efforts to normalize the situation. We support the efforts of the mediators and for our part facilitate the negotiation process, and confirm our willingness to contribute both to the search for mutually acceptable solutions and to their subsequent implementation," the senior official said. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also hopes that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz will return to normal as soon as possible, taking into account the interests of the countries in the region that wish to use this sea route, the spokesman said.

The signs that a new military operation is being planned against Iran are extremely worrisome, according to the statement of the spokeswoman of the Russian Foreign Ministry, Maria Zakharova. "We believe it is necessary to increase diplomatic efforts to normalize the situation. We support the efforts of the mediators and for our part facilitate the negotiation process, and confirm our willingness to contribute both to the search for mutually acceptable solutions and to their subsequent implementation," the senior official said. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also hopes that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz will return to normal as soon as possible, taking into account the interests of the countries in the region that wish to use this sea route, the spokesman said.