Putin Shuts Down Khamenei Assassination Rumors, Offers to Mediate Iran-Israel Peace
In a bold move aimed at cooling rising tensions in the Middle East, Russian President Vladimir Putin has publicly dismissed any talk of assassinating Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Calling it a subject he “does not want to discuss,” Putin made clear that Moscow opposes regime change by force.
A Clear Warning from the Kremlin
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov reinforced Putin’s message, warning that any attempt to remove Khamenei would be a “Pandora’s box,” unleashing unpredictable chaos across the region.
This statement comes amid ongoing speculation over Israel-Iran hostilities and concerns about Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
Russia-Iran Pact: No Military Clause
Although Russia and Iran recently signed a strategic partnership agreement, Putin clarified it does not include military cooperation, nor has Iran requested military aid. The focus, he said, is on diplomacy and economic collaboration—not war.
Mediation, Not Militarization
In a surprising twist, Putin offered Russia as a neutral mediator between Iran and Israel. His goal: to help safeguard Iran’s peaceful nuclear rights while addressing Israel’s national security concerns.
While Russia is prepared to help broker talks, Putin emphasized that any resolution must come from Iran and Israel themselves.
Why This Matters
With tensions in the Middle East at a boiling point, Russia’s stance sends a clear message: de-escalation over destruction. Whether the offer to mediate leads to real dialogue remains to be seen, but one thing is certain—Russia wants to be seen as a stabilizing force, not an instigator.
