Rising tensions in the Middle East will accelerate natural gas negotiations between Russia and China, with a decision likely this year, the head of a think-tank that advises the Russian government on China told Reuters.

When Israel first started bombing Iran, many in Russia saw it as an opportunity, a means of drawing support and attention away from Ukraine.

Russia believes Iran is acting within its right to self-defense in ongoing situation, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov says, calling on Israel to show ‘restraint and common sense’ - Anadolu Ajan