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Headline: U.S. Strikes Iran — Russia Steps In as Potential Mediator

Lead: In a dramatic escalation of the Iran–U.S. crisis, Operation Midnight Hammer saw U.S. forces bomb Iran’s nuclear sites on June 22, prompting Iran to retaliate with missile strikes and threats to blockade the Strait of Hormuz. Russia has condemned the attacks and quietly positioned itself as a diplomatic broker—accepting a mission from Tehran to discuss aid and mediation in Moscow.

Latest Headlines1. U.S. bombs three Iranian nuclear sitesOn June 22, U.S. forces struck Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, launching a mix of submarine-launched Tomahawks and bunker-buster bombs. The operation, dubbed “Operation Midnight Hammer,” inflicted heavy damage, according to the U.S., though Iran claims the strikes were “superficial”2. Trump threatens regime changePresident Trump publicly floated the idea of regime change in Tehran — tweeting provocatively: “If the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn't there be a Regime change??? MIGA!!!” 3. Iran retaliates — missile attacks and Hormuz threatsTehran responded with missile and drone strikes targeting Israel and threatened to block the Strait of Hormuz, a vital channel that handles roughly a quarter of global oil shipments 4. U.S. officials say diplomacy still on the tableSecretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the U.S. is “not at war” with Iran, maintaining that regime change isn’t the official goal 5. Global backlash and calls for de-escalationUN, EU, UK, France, Germany and others called for calm and urged Iran not to escalate further Israel supported the U.S. actions and carried out its own strikes on Tehran, including targeting Evin Prison 6. Russia condemns U.S. strikes — offers to mediateMoscow strongly criticized the U.S. strike. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov called it “unprovoked aggression” and warned of a dangerous escalation President Putin echoed these sentiments in a meeting with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, labeling the attacks “absolutely unprovoked” and signaling deep concern Russia formally offered to mediate between the U.S. and Iran — positioning itself as a diplomatic intermediary, though specific support measures remain unclear .7. Ayatollah Khamenei seeks more from RussiaSupreme Leader Khamenei has dispatched Araqchi to Moscow requesting enhanced Russian backing — likely diplomatic, but possibly military assistance, though the absence of a mutual defense clause in the January partnership treaty complicates expectations
What It Means
Escalation risk remains high: Military responses from Iran and Israel, U.S. threats of further strikes, and global alarm signal serious tension.Oil markets rattled: Talks of a potential Hormuz blockade and regional unrest drove Brent crude above $80/barrel earlier today .Diplomacy being tested: Russia’s mediation offer may shift dynamics—be it soft-peace efforts or deeper involvement.
DateEventJune 13 . Mossad‑aided missile & drone strikes by Iran at Israel launch the regional conflict June 20–21U.S.–EU nuclear talks stall as Israel ramps up its strikes .June 22U.S. bombs Iranian nuclear sites; Trump teases regime change .June 22–23Iran launches missile strikes on Israel, threats made to shut Strait of Hormuz .June 23Russia condemns strikes, Putin meets Araqchi, offers mediation; Iran presses for Russian support .
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