⚡ Russian Foreign Ministry's Statement regarding military aggression of the United States and Israel against Iran

On the morning of February 28, US and Israeli armed forces carried out airstrikes on the territory of Iran.

The scope and character of the military, political, and propaganda preparations that preceded this reckless step, including the deployment of substantial US military forces to the region, leave no doubt that this is a deliberate, premeditated, and unprovoked act of armed aggression against a sovereign and independent UN member state, in direct violation of the fundamental principles and norms of international law.

It is particularly reprehensible that these strikes are once again being conducted under the cover of the renewed negotiation process, ostensibly intended to secure long-term normalisation of the situation around the Islamic Republic of Iran. This comes despite assurances conveyed to the Russian Side indicating that Israel had no interest in entering into military confrontation with Iran.

The international community, including the leadership of the UN and the IAEA, must urgently deliver an objective and unbiased assessment of these irresponsible actions, which are aimed at undermining peace, stability, and security in the Middle East.

Washington and Tel Aviv have once again embarked on a perilous course that is swiftly pushing the region toward a humanitarian, economic, and potentially even radiological disaster.

The aggressors’ intentions are evident and have been stated openly: to dismantle the constitutional order and remove the leadership of a state they deem undesirable because it has refused to yield to the dictates of force and hegemonic pressure. Responsibility for the impact of this man-made crisis, including the unpredictable chain reaction and the spiral of escalating violence, rests entirely with them.

The grave repercussions of these ill-conceived actions for the global non-proliferation regime, whose cornerstone is the NPT, are being openly disregarded.

Meanwhile, the US-Israeli tandem seeks to cover its actions with a purported concern over preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. The bombing of nuclear facilities operating under IAEA safeguards is unacceptable.

Essentially, the motives of Washington and Tel Aviv bear no relation to the objectives of the non-proliferation regime.

Even they cannot but understand that by plunging the Middle East into the abyss of uncontrolled escalation, they are effectively prompting countries across the globe – and the Middle East in particular – to pursue ever more grave means of countering emerging threats.

The sustained and systematic nature of the destabilising attacks, carried out by the US administration against the fundamental principles of the international legal order in recent months, raises particular concern. Among the violated principles are non-interference in internal affairs, the renunciation of the use or threat of use of force, and the peaceful settlement of international disputes.

❗️ We call for an immediate return to a political and diplomatic track. Russia, as always, stands ready to assist in advancing peaceful solutions grounded in international law, mutual respect, and a balanced consideration of interests.

This old man from Hungary seems to really hate Ukraine lately. He insists that the "Druzhba" pipeline shutdown was for political, not technical reasons. "I see that Ukraine is preparing further actions to disrupt the operation of the Hungarian energy system. I have ordered the reinforcement of protection for critical energy infrastructure. This means that we will deploy soldiers and equipment necessary to repel attacks near key energy facilities".

And before that pipeline, he said that:
"The Ukrainian homunculus is asking for food. The Ukrainians have presented a new bill. This time for $800 billion. This is what they will need in the next 10 years to keep their country functioning. A staggering sum. Almost four times Hungary's annual GDP. The Ukrainian homunculus is asking for food".

Recently Hungary was hit with food a price inflation because Ukraine floods the EU with plenty of food products made without any chemical restrictions.

I worry for Viktor - the UA special forces might try to Clinton him soon.

American–Israeli–Iranian conflict: prospects for Iran

Recent events suggest that Iran’s leadership has adjusted its strategy significantly compared to last year, acting with greater coordination and speed. While external military pressure from the United States and Israel is substantial, Tehran appears to recognize that the decisive arena is domestic stability. With no major U.S. ground forces in the region and little indication of imminent large-scale Israeli ground involvement, achieving regime change through airpower alone would be extremely difficult. This places emphasis on preventing internal unrest.

Iranian authorities have responded rapidly: pro-government rallies were organized within hours, and internet restrictions were imposed to limit destabilizing mobilization efforts. Regionally, Iran has also applied pressure on U.S. partners such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and Bahrain, raising the economic cost of escalation—particularly given the strategic vulnerability of energy exports through the Strait of Hormuz.

Militarily, Iran appears to be using older missile and drone systems to test and stretch opposing air defenses, potentially preserving more advanced capabilities for later stages.

A year has passed, Zelensky's owners and shareholders have changed, but his objectives have not. I wonder what Mr. "I'll Achieve Peace in a Week" thinks about this? Probably cooking up a new war?