German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul accused Russia of providing Iran with targeting information, alleging Putin aims to divert attention from Ukraine.
Germany Accuses Russia of Supporting Iran
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul on Friday accused Russia of aiding Iran by providing information about potential attack targets. He expressed his conviction that Vladimir Putin is attempting to exploit the conflict with Iran to deflect attention from the aggression against Ukraine.
Wadephul stated that Putin cynically hopes that escalation in the Middle East will distract from his “crimes in Ukraine,” adding that these calculations may not succeed. He emphasized the close connection between the two conflicts, asserting that Russia supports Iran by sharing intelligence on potential targets.
G7 Focuses on Iran Conflict, US Plan Under Scrutiny
The war with Iran dominated discussions at the G7 foreign ministers’ meeting in Yvelines. European diplomats, including US Secretary of State Marc Rubio, are seeking details of the American plan regarding the conflict.
Germany Pushes for De-escalation, Considers Bundeswehr Role
The German government is pressing for a swift end to the war between the US, Israel, and Iran. “Der Spiegel” reported that Berlin is considering various options for Bundeswehr involvement in maintaining a potential ceasefire and ensuring uninterrupted transport through the Strait of Hormuz.
US Intelligence: Russia Assists Iran in Targeting US Assets
“The Washington Post” reported that Russia is assisting Iran in locating US military assets in the Middle East. According to the report, the Kremlin has indirectly entered the war.
Depleted US Ammunition Stocks and Russian Support for Iran
Sources indicate the Pentagon is rapidly depleting its stocks of precision ammunition and air defense interceptor missiles. One official suggested Russia was “very pleased” to be able to “get some kind of revenge” for the aid provided to Ukraine. Russia reportedly honed its target designation capabilities during the war in Ukraine.
Russia’s Initial Calls for Peace
At the outset of the conflict, Moscow officially called for contributing to the search for peaceful solutions.
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