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Russia Backs Iran's Uranium Enrichment Amid Stalled Talks

4/15/2026

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During a visit to China, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Iran has an inalienable right to civilian uranium enrichment, and Russia backs Iran's position in ongoing negotiations.
He added Russia backs Iran's position regardless of whether it pauses enrichment.
Lavrov criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s hardline stance on Iranian enrichment, saying many countries oppose U.S. global control.
The peace talks have stalled due to disagreements over Iran's nuclear program.

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During a visit to China, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Iran has an inalienable right to civilian uranium enrichment, and Russia backs Iran's position in ongoing negotiations.
He added Russia backs Iran's position regardless of whether it pauses enrichment.
Lavrov criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s hardline stance on Iranian enrichment, saying many countries oppose U.S. global control.
The peace talks have stalled due to disagreements over Iran's nuclear program.