Russia has said there is no evidence that Iran is developing nuclear weapons, reaffirming Tehran's right to have a peaceful nuclear program.

Vladimir Putin stressed that Russia, like the International Atomic Energy Agency, has found no evidence that Iran is pursuing nuclear weapons. He said Russia supports Iran in developing a peaceful nuclear program. The statements come against a backdrop of escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, with reciprocal attacks between the two countries, with Iran rejecting accusations that it has military nuclear intentions.