Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is scheduled to arrive in Tehran this Monday for diplomatic discussions. This visit follows requests from Gulf nations for Moscow to leverage its UN influence to encourage Iran to cease regional hostilities. The diplomatic mission occurs during a period of heightened friction regarding maritime security and potential conflict between the United States and Iran. Following recent warnings from President Donald Trump regarding US military readiness, Iranian officials have responded with defiance. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi publicly challenged the American administration's rhetoric, while Defence Minister Mehrdad Ketabchi stated that Iran is prepared to counter any potential US military action. These developments highlight the increasing volatility in the region as major powers exchange threats and diplomatic efforts continue.
Source : The National
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