Russian President Vladimir Putin says Moscow is prepared to transfer and store Iran’s enriched uranium on Russian territory, in what could become part of broader efforts to manage the nuclear crisis and reduce tensions between Tehran and Washington.
Speaking during a press conference in Moscow, Putin noted that Russia had previously handled the transfer of enriched uranium from Iran under the 2015 nuclear arrangements and was ready to repeat the process.
He stated that Iran does not oppose the principle of transferring enriched uranium, but objects to sending the material directly to the United States, which Washington has reportedly requested.
Putin also emphasized that Moscow remains in contact with both Tehran and Washington and expressed hope that the ongoing conflict and tensions would end “as soon as possible.”
The proposal suggests that Russia is seeking to preserve its role as a key diplomatic actor in the Middle East and in international nuclear negotiations.
Analysts say the offer could serve as a middle-ground solution between US demands to limit Iran’s nuclear program and Tehran’s opposition to transferring sensitive nuclear material directly to American control.
The initiative may also strengthen Moscow’s geopolitical influence at a time when global power competition and regional instability continue to reshape diplomatic alignments.
However, the success of any such arrangement will likely depend on the level of trust among the parties involved and the future of negotiations taking place under the shadow of ongoing military tensions and political confrontation.
