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Shafaq News
29 minutes ago
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- Shafaq News
Moscow declares 'Catastrophic' fallout if US uses nukes in Iran
Shafaq News/ On Friday, the Kremlin warned that any use of tactical nuclear weapons by the United States against Iran would lead to catastrophic consequences. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told TASS news agency that while recent speculation in the media has been extensive, the idea itself is alarming. 'This would be a catastrophic development,' Peskov said. 'But there are so many speculations that in fact, it's impossible to comment on them.' American media outlets had earlier reported that US officials are considering the possibility of using tactical nuclear weapons to strike Iran's underground uranium enrichment site at Fordow. Meanwhile, Russian officials issued a separate warning against any military action near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant, saying it could cause a disaster comparable to Chernobyl. Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova expressed concern for the safety of Russian personnel stationed at the site. The White House has not confirmed any plans for intervention but said President Donald Trump will decide within two weeks whether the US will join the conflict between Israel and Iran.
Time of India
2 hours ago
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- Time of India
Russia says any use of tactical nuclear weapons by US in Iran would be catastrophic, TASS reports
Potential use of tactical nuclear weapons by the United States in Iran would be a catastrophic development, Russian state news agency TASS quoted Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov as saying on Friday. Peskov was commenting on what he called speculative media reports about that possibility. His comments, as reported by TASS, did not mention any media by name. The Guardian newspaper reported that U.S. defence officials were briefed that using conventional bombs against Iran's underground uranium enrichment facility at Fordow would not be enough to destroy it completely, and that destroying it would require initial attacks with conventional bombs and then dropping a tactical nuclear weapon from a B-2 bomber. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Crossout 2.0: Supercharged Crossout Play Now However, the British newspaper said President Donald Trump was not considering using a tactical nuclear weapon on Fordow and the possibility was not presented by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine, in meetings in the White House Situation Room. Trump said on Thursday that any decision on potential U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict would be made within two weeks. Live Events Russia, which has close ties with Iran, has warned strongly against U.S. military intervention on the side of Israel.
Straits Times
2 hours ago
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- Straits Times
Russia says any use of tactical nuclear weapons by US in Iran would be catastrophic, TASS reports
Russia says any use of tactical nuclear weapons by US in Iran would be catastrophic, TASS reports MOSCOW - Potential use of tactical nuclear weapons by the United States in Iran would be a catastrophic development, Russian state news agency TASS quoted Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov as saying on Friday. Peskov was commenting on what he called speculative media reports about that possibility. His comments, as reported by TASS, did not mention any media by name. The Guardian newspaper reported that U.S. defence officials were briefed that using conventional bombs against Iran's underground uranium enrichment facility at Fordow would not be enough to destroy it completely, and that destroying it would require initial attacks with conventional bombs and then dropping a tactical nuclear weapon from a B-2 bomber. However, the British newspaper said President Donald Trump was not considering using a tactical nuclear weapon on Fordow and the possibility was not presented by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine, in meetings in the White House Situation Room. Trump said on Thursday that any decision on potential U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict would be made within two weeks. Russia, which has close ties with Iran, has warned strongly against U.S. military intervention on the side of Israel. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Business Recorder
3 hours ago
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- Business Recorder
Russia says any use of tactical nuclear weapons by US in Iran would be catastrophic, TASS reports
MOSCOW: Potential use of tactical nuclear weapons by the United States in Iran would be a catastrophic development, Russian state news agency TASS quoted Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov as saying on Friday. Iran held direct talks with US? Peskov was commenting on what he called speculative media reports about that possibility. Reuters
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Business Standard
7 hours ago
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- Business Standard
Kremlin warns US against Iran strike, cautions of major escalation
Washington would be making a serious mistake by launching an attack on Iran, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said, warning that direct US involvement in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict would further destabilise the region, as reported by RT. Tensions have escalated since last week after Israel launched a large-scale bombing campaign against Iran, alleging that Tehran was on the verge of producing a nuclear bomb. Iran denied the allegations and responded with multiple drone and missile strikes. The exchange of hostilities between the two nations has continued, stoking fears of a wider regional war. Commenting on the possible US strike, Peskov said, "Moscow believes it is a wrong move. This is a step that is bound to lead to further escalation, a major escalation, and would only complicate the situation in the region," RT reported. He further cautioned, "Such conflicts are capable of setting the entire region on fire." Peskov reiterated Russia's willingness to help mediate and resolve the crisis, while calling any notion of regime change in Iran by the US or Israel "unacceptable." When asked about this possibility, Peskov echoed President Vladimir Putin's long-held position: "We believe that it is unacceptable to have such conversations, and even more so to take such actions," RT reported. Peskov said President Putin has maintained communication with both Tehran and Tel Aviv since the conflict began and has a "complete picture" of the situation. He added that while there is currently "little ground" for talks, Moscow remains actively engaged. Putin, addressing a late-night Q & A with journalists on Wednesday, revealed that Moscow had proposed several compromise frameworks to all involved parties -- including the US, Israel, and Iran, as reported by RT. He suggested that a possible settlement could include mutual security guarantees that preserve Iran's right to peaceful nuclear technology and Israel's right to security. Meanwhile, the White House has said that US President Donald Trump will decide within the next two weeks whether the United States will join Israel in its ongoing war with Iran. Addressing a briefing on Thursday (local time), White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt read out a statement from President Trump, who acknowledged the potential for diplomatic negotiations despite the escalating conflict in the Middle East. "Based on the fact that there's a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks," Leavitt quoted the President as saying. Leavitt also reiterated the administration's stance on Iran's nuclear program. In response to a question about the contours of any possible deal with Iran, Leavitt said, "No enrichment of Uranium and... Iran is absolutely not able to achieve a nuclear weapon. The President has been very clear about that.
