Can Iran still get nuclear warheads? Russia's Dmitriy Medvedev says US strikes may backfire as Iran may now begin nuclear weapons production
After US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, Russia claimed the actions have led to increased support for Iran's nuclear program. Dmitriy Medvedev said multiple countries are now ready to assist Iran with nuclear warheads.
Medvedev Reacts to US Strikes
Dmitriy Medvedev posted on social media that the US attacks on Iranian nuclear sites may have failed to meet their intended goal. He said instead of stopping Iran's nuclear plans, the strikes could cause the program to grow. Medvedev claimed Iran will continue enriching nuclear material and may now begin nuclear weapons production.
He also said several countries are prepared to supply Iran with nuclear warheads. Medvedev shared that Iran's leadership has become more unified and stronger since the strikes. He added that citizens who had once opposed the government are now supporting its spiritual leadership.
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Russia Condemns Military Action
Russia's Foreign Ministry issued a statement condemning the US strikes. The ministry said that bombing another sovereign state's territory violates international law. It referred to the United Nations Charter and Security Council resolutions to support its claim.
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Russia also called the US actions irresponsible. The statement urged an immediate end to aggression. It asked world powers to return the issue to political and diplomatic discussions.
Medvedev Comments on Iran's Stability
Medvedev said the Iranian government has remained in control. He also said the leadership has gained wider public support. According to him, people in Iran are uniting around their spiritual leaders. This includes those who previously did not support the government.
Medvedev currently serves as Deputy Chairman of Russia's Security Council. He served as president of Russia from 2008 to 2012.
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US and Russia Plan Discussion
Later in the day, reports said US President Donald Trump was planning to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The phone call was expected to take place after the strikes on Iranian soil.
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Why did Medvedev say Iran would get nuclear warheads?
Medvedev said US strikes caused other countries to support Iran. He claimed some are ready to give
Iran nuclear warheads
, which may strengthen its nuclear program.
What was Russia's response to the US attacks?
Russia condemned the strikes as illegal. It said they violated international law and called for the situation to return to diplomacy.
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