Iranian Nuclear: Putin Points to Lack of Mutual Trust Between Tehran and Tel Aviv

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Moscow has no evidence that Iran seeks to develop nuclear weapons, and pointed to the lack of mutual trust between Tehran and Tel Aviv as the main obstacle to de-escalation. He reaffirmed Russia's support for Iran's right to civilian nuclear energy, citing the construction of the Bushehr reactor. Putin expressed willingness to participate in negotiations between Washington and Tehran, while U.S. congress members demanded Washington clarify its stance on Israel's undeclared nuclear arsenal.