Russia Urges U.S. and Israel to Avoid Escalation in Strait of Hormuz

Russia’s Foreign Ministry called on the United States and Israel to refrain from escalating the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz and to restore stability in the region.

In an official statement, Moscow emphasized hope that Washington would act wisely and avoid any threats to Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant.

The ministry also warned that any U.S. ground operation in Iran would be unrealistic and could further intensify conflicts in the region.

Russia highlighted that...