Russia, in a stern warning to the US, said that the threats of new military strikes on Iran were “categorically unacceptable” and slammed what it called a “subversive external interference” in Tehran’s internal politics.
The Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement that the US must be aware of “disastrous consequences” for the current situation in the Middle East and global international security.
“Those who plan to use externally inspired unrest as a pretext for repeating the aggression against Iran committed in June 2025 must be aware of the disastrous consequences of such actions for the situation in the Middle East and global international security,” the statement read.
Trump’s Message To Iran
Earlier today, US President Donald Trump urged Iranian protesters to continue their demonstrations and promised that “help is on its way” without providing details. The statement comes amid reports that nearly 2,000 people have been killed in a crackdown following weeks of anti-government protests in Iran.
“Iranian Patriots, KEEP PROTESTING – TAKE OVER YOUR INSTITUTIONS!!! Save the names of the killers and abusers. They will pay a big price. I have cancelled all meetings with Iranian Officials until the senseless killing of protesters STOPS. HELP IS ON ITS WAY. MIGA!!! PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP,” the president posted on Truth Social.
Trump had previously stated that the US military is considering “very strong options” regarding Iran, which drew a sharp response from Iranian officials.
On Monday, Trump said that countries doing business with Iran would face 25 per cent tariff on the trade they do with the US.