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Russia Pursues De-Escalation Efforts Amid Iran Tensions

2/2/2026

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On February 2, 2026, the Kremlin announced it is pursuing de-escalation of tensions around Iran.
Dmitry Peskov, Kremlin spokesman, said Russia has long offered to process or store Iran's enriched uranium.
He confirmed that discussions about this topic with Iran and the United States have been ongoing.
Peskov emphasized Russia's commitment to maintaining contacts with all interested parties to help reduce tensions related to Iran.

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On February 2, 2026, the Kremlin announced it is pursuing de-escalation of tensions around Iran.
Dmitry Peskov, Kremlin spokesman, said Russia has long offered to process or store Iran's enriched uranium.
He confirmed that discussions about this topic with Iran and the United States have been ongoing.
Peskov emphasized Russia's commitment to maintaining contacts with all interested parties to help reduce tensions related to Iran.