Lavrov: Russia supports restoration of Iran nuclear deal

Russia advocates for the restoration of the agreement on Iran's nuclear program in its original form and is concerned about information regarding the introduction of new political conditions for Iran, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said in an interview with American bloggers, the text of which is posted on the Foreign Ministry's website, Report informs via TASS.

He noted that the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action on Iran's nuclear program was discussed along with other issues at the latest talks with the US.

In addition to the American side, there are contacts on this topic with some European countries as well. Lavrov emphasized that Russia advocates for the resumption of the format that was envisaged by the original deal, approved by the UN Security Council, with the participation of France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the US, Russia, China, and Iran.

"It is concerning that there are some signs that the Americans would like this new deal to be accompanied by political conditions, according to which Iran is obligated to undergo inspections confirming that it does not support groups in Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, and elsewhere. I don't think such an option will work," he said.

He emphasized that "a situation where everyone except Iran would have the right to influence other countries in the region is an unrealistic scenario."