Russian Minister Ryabkov Doubts Iran Nuclear Deal Revival

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has declared the likelihood of restoring the 2015 Iran nuclear deal as slim amid escalating conflicts in the region. Ryabkov's remarks were published by the Izvestia news outlet shortly before U.S. President Donald Trump announced a tentative ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel.

The Deputy Foreign Minister's comments followed U.S. airstrikes targeting Iranian nuclear facilities, which reportedly destroyed key infrastructure. Despite these tensions, Ryabkov urged a renewed focus on diplomacy, highlighting Russia's understanding of Iran's stance and calling for an end to hostilities to stabilize the situation.

Russia has denounced Israeli attacks on Iranian positions, while President Vladimir Putin criticized U.S. actions as unwarranted provocations. The original 2015 nuclear deal aimed to curb Iran's nuclear capabilities in exchange for lifting sanctions, but U.S.-Iran negotiations have stagnated following recent Israeli strikes.

(With inputs from agencies.)