Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed with his Iranian counterpart the importance of respecting the memorandum of understanding between Iran and the USA, emphasizing Israel's role in this context.

Serghei Lavrov, the Russian foreign minister, emphasized in a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, the importance of Israel respecting the memorandum of understanding that is to be signed between Iran and the United States on Friday in Switzerland. Lavrov highlighted the necessity for all parties involved in the armed conflict to adhere to the agreed agreements. He also expressed Russia's support for efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region, mediated by Pakistan and Qatar.

Araghchi informed about the status of preparations for signing the agreement, which aims to end the conflict in the Middle East and initiate negotiations for a comprehensive agreement between Iran and the US. American President Donald Trump stated that the agreement will ensure that Iran will not have nuclear weapons and criticized the actions of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Lebanon. G7 leaders agreed on the necessity for Israel to cease offensives in Lebanon and to withdraw from occupied territories.