Putin's dangerous game: Iran left alone in conflict!

Putin's dangerous game: Iran left alone in conflict!

Russia is passive in the current Middle East conflict between Iran and Israel. Despite the conviction of Israeli air strikes by Moscow, military support for Iran is missing. The reason for this reluctance is Putin's strategic priorities that focus strongly on the Ukraine conflict. For example, Vol.at in spring 2025 a strategic partnership with Iran, which, however, does not contain military assistance clause. It is speculated that Putin could be ready to sacrifice Iran to gain advantages in the Ukraine conflict.

In a current call between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, which took place on Saturday, the escalating situation in the Middle East was discussed. Trump pointed out that the topic of Russia/Ukraine took less time, but talks should take place again next week. Both presidents agree that the war between Israel and Iran should be ended. The conversation also included Russia's suggestions for the search for solutions for the Iranian nuclear program, emphasizes CBS News .

Russian military actions and international diplomacy

The geopolitical tensions also have an impact on the military situation in Ukraine. On Wednesday evening, Russian military started a new wave of attack with Kamikanze drones that were directed against various destinations in the south and east of Ukraine. The Donetsk, Saporischschja and Charkiw regions were particularly affected. Ukrainian sources report several shot down drones, with Russian Kamikaze drones from Iranian production used, which were previously used against the energetic infrastructure of Ukraine, such as the world reports.

In the middle of this military escalation, Kremlin spokesman Dmitri Peskow expresses that a peace plan for Ukraine must recognize the annexation of four areas in the east and south. However, this requirement was sharply rejected by Olexij Danilow, the secretary of the National Security Council of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Wolodymyr Selenskyj appealed to the humanity of his fellow citizens and emphasized the need for mutual support.

The complex dynamics between the international actors, including the discussions between Trump and Putin and the role of Russia in the nearby conflict, underline the unstable situation, both in the Middle East and in Ukraine. The Russian military strategy and the diplomatic efforts are closely intertwined, which leads to an unpredictable situation.