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Putin-Netanyahu: Phone Conversation on Iran and the Middle East

Published January 16, 2026, 11:16
Putin-Netanyahu: Phone Conversation on Iran and the Middle East

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed the situation in the Middle East and Iran in a phone conversation. Putin offered to mediate on Iran and stated that he supports strengthening political and diplomatic efforts to stabilize the region. He is also expected to have a phone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that the situation is very tense and President Putin continues his efforts to de-escalate.