Russia and Gulf States Urge Diplomacy; UN Security Council Adopts Resolution Against Iran
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Russia and Gulf States Urge Diplomacy; UN Security Council Adopts Resolution Against Iran

30 March, 2026.Iran.4 sources

Key Takeaways

  • Russia and Gulf states urge diplomacy in Iran conflict.
  • Gulf states used UN influence to shape Security Council action.
  • Russian diplomat warns against targeting Natanz facility amid Gulf tensions.

Russia-Gulf Diplomacy

Lavrov blamed the root cause on unprovoked and senseless aggression of the United States and Israel against Iran.

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Russia expressed unwavering support for the sovereignty of the friendly Arab monarchies.

UN Security Council Resolution

The resolution was adopted with 135 sponsoring states, the highest number on record.

It denounces Iranian attacks on Gulf states as a violation of international law.

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Russia and China abstained from voting.

Russia Balances Support and Leverage

Russia supports Iran politically and militarily.

Moscow hosted emergency security consultations with the Gulf bloc.

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Russia participates in peaceful nuclear energy projects in Iran.

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