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Shelling in Isfahan Damages Russian Consulate, Putin Responds

3/11/2026

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On March 8, shelling in Isfahan, Iran damaged Russia's consulate and shattered windows in the building and nearby apartments, with no casualties.
The Russian Foreign Ministry, via spokesperson Maria Zakharova, condemned the attack as a "blatant violation" of international conventions and stressed the inviolability of diplomatic sites.
President Vladimir Putin discussed the situation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on March 10 and urged an end to hostilities.

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On March 8, shelling in Isfahan, Iran damaged Russia's consulate and shattered windows in the building and nearby apartments, with no casualties.
The Russian Foreign Ministry, via spokesperson Maria Zakharova, condemned the attack as a "blatant violation" of international conventions and stressed the inviolability of diplomatic sites.
President Vladimir Putin discussed the situation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on March 10 and urged an end to hostilities.