Russia on Saturday condemned US and Israeli strikes on Iran as a “dangerous adventure” that could spark “catastrophe” in the region and urged its citizens to leave Iran and Israel. Tehran emerged as one of Russia’s closest allies during Moscow’s Ukraine offensive and the Kremlin has been calling for restraint amid growing tensions and reports of a possible US intervention in Iran. “Washington and Tel-Aviv have once again embarked on a dangerous adventure that is rapidly bringing the region to the brink of a humanitarian, economic, and -- this cannot be ruled out —- radiological catastrophe,” Russia’s foreign ministry said on Saturday. In 2025, Russia and Iran signed a strategic partnership treaty aimed at strengthening ties -- including in the military sphere. Kyiv and its Western allies have accused the Islamic Republic of supplying Shahed drones and short-range missiles to Russia for its offensive in Ukraine.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 28, 2026 12:38 UTC