Arya News - Signals that new military actions are planned against Iran cause alarm, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Monday.
Earlier in the day, The Atlantic reported, citing US presidential advisers, that US President Donald Trump is considering the possibility of resuming strikes on Iran shortly after midterm congressional elections scheduled for November 3. Russia supports the efforts of the mediators and assists the negotiation process, as well as is ready to contribute to finding solutions on Iran, the statement read. Russia expects the situation in the Strait of Hormuz to return to normal, while taking into account legitimate interests of all parties, the spokeswoman said, adding that Russia welcomes a high-level meeting between Iran and participants of the Mecca Pact, as dialogue between neighbors is extremely important.