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✉️President of Russia Vladimir Putin sent a message of greetings to the participants and guests of the 11th Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons(April 30, 2026) ✍️ I welcome you on the occasion of the opening of the 11th Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (#NPT). The obligations stipulated by the Treaty regarding the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons, disarmament and the peaceful use of nuclear energy are of fundamental importance for international security and fully meet the interests of both nuclear- and non-nuclear-weapon states. Our country – as a responsible participant and one of the depositaries of the NPT – strictly follows the Treaty's letter and spirit. We believe that, in the current difficult international situation, additional multilateral efforts are required to create conditions for further progress towards building a world free of nuclear weapons, while strictly observing the principle of undiminished security for all. We proceed from the understanding that all countries that fulfil their obligations under the NPT in good faith have the inalienable right to enjoy the benefits of the peaceful atom without any restrictions. I would like to reaffirm that Russia, as one of the leaders in nuclear energy, stands ready to continue developing constructive cooperation in this area with all interested States Parties to the Treaty. We expect the Conference to be productive and to make a significant contribution to strengthening the nuclear non-proliferation regime and ensuring peace, security and stability across the planet. 🤝 I wish you every success in your work and all the very best. VLADIMIR PUTIN

⚡️Statement by the Member States of the Collective Security Treaty Organization at the 2026 Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non‑Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons(New York, 28 April 2026) ✍️ We, the Member States of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), reaffirm our unwaveringcommitment to preserving and strengthening the Treaty on the Non‑Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT). Since its entry into force, the #NPThas served as one of the foundations of international security architecture. The near-universal nature of the Treaty testifies not only to its uniqueness but also to its high relevance in the current challenging international environment. Having proven its effectiveness, the NPT continues to play a key role in preventing the proliferation of nuclear weapons. The equal importance of the three fundamental pillars of the NPT — disarmament, non-proliferation and the peaceful uses of nuclear energy — is key to ensuring that the Treaty not only can withstand current challenges and threats, but also remain the basis for inter-State cooperation in these areas for many years to come. Amid growing turbulence, marked by the erosion of arms control, disarmament and non-proliferation treaties and agreements, as well as by increased risks of an arms race outbreak and conflict escalation, the task of preserving and strengthening the NPT assumes particular importance. Fulfilling this task calls for collective efforts of States Parties to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of the Treaty in line with their obligations. <...> We have to note that in recent years the NPT review process has been facing seriouschallenges and disagreements, including on several politicised matters. This, coupled with persistent destabilising trends within the NPT and external factors adversely affecting the Treaty, hampers the achievement of consensus decisions and undermines progress towards implementing all the Treaty's core objectives. 👉 This is evidenced by the absence of final documents at the two previous NPT Review Conferences. We call upon the States participating in the 11th NPT Review Conference to engage in a constructive, substantive and inclusive dialogue based on consideration of the interests of all Sides. We believe it essential to focus our efforts on developing consensus-based decisions and strengthen the Treaty regime and its three pillars. The CSTO Member States stand ready to cooperate with all delegations in order to ensure a balanced and comprehensive review of all three fundamental pillars of the NPT. We reaffirm our unwavering commitment to our obligations under the Treaty and our intention to continue coordinating efforts aimed at its preservation and strengthening in the interests of maintaining international peace and security. We hope that all States participating in the Conference will strive to develop agreed approaches and compromise solutions. Only through such concerted efforts can we lay the groundwork for positive outcomes at the 11th NPT Review Conference that would be acceptable to all States Parties. This will be a meaningful contribution towards our common objective: strengthening of the NPT. Read in full

⚡Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova’s comment on the latest threats of military strikes against Iran(December 30, 2025) 💬The aggressive statements about the possibility of further military strikes against the Islamic Republic of Iran, including its nuclear energy infrastructure, that were made on December 29 during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to the United States, are a matter of justified and serious concern. 👉While the anti-Iran ideological push behind such rhetoric is not new, the international community has repeatedly and unequivocally rejected these ambitions. They are contrary to international law, violate the UN Charter, and recklessly push the Middle East toward a grave catastrophe with potential radiological and humanitarian consequences. Particularly objectionable are attempts to present the use of military force, including the bombing of nuclear facilities under IAEA safeguards, as a legitimate means of resolving issues surrounding Iran’s nuclear programme. This irresponsible approach undermines the global nuclear non-proliferation regime, whose cornerstone is the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (#NPT). It is noteworthy that these threats are being made by a state outside the NPT, against a country that is a full party to the Treaty and consistently reaffirms its commitment to the Treaty’s obligations. ☝️We call on these irresponsible “hotheads” to recognise the full peril of their destructive path, to cease escalating tensions around Iran and its nuclear programme, and to avoid repeating their fatal errors of June 2025, which severely undermined IAEA verification activities in Iran. Experience demonstrates that confrontation only sows tragedy and creates real, not imaginary, threats to international peace and security, driving the parties further from a viable resolution they seek. ❗️ We remain convinced that the only viable course is diplomacy and negotiation. This process must aim to develop long-term, sustainable solutions to Iran’s peaceful nuclear energy issue, grounded in international law and with due consideration for Tehran’s legitimate interests.

⚡️Statement by the CSTO Member States at the NPT Review Conference(April 29, 2026) 📄 We, the Member States of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (#CSTO), reaffirm our unconditional commitment to preserving and strengtheningthe Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (#NPT). Since its entry into force, the NPT has remained one of the pillars of the international security architecture. Having proved its effectiveness, the NPT continues to play a key role in preventing the proliferation of nuclear weapons. The equal importance of the NPT’s three fundamental pillars – disarmament, non-proliferation, and the peaceful use of atomic energy – is the guarantee that the Treaty can not only withstand the current challenges and threats, but also remain the foundation of interstate cooperation in these areas for many years to come. ❗️The CSTO Member States proceed from the unshakeable principle that a nuclear war must never be fought. We are compelled to note that the Treaty’s review process has recently been facing serious trials and disagreements, including on a number of politicised issues. This, coupled with persistent destabilising trends within the NPT framework and external factors adversely affecting the Treaty, hinders the achievement of consensus-based decisions and undermines the implementation of all the Treaty’s fundamental objectives. ❌This is evidenced by the absence of final documents at the two previous NPT Review Conferences. We call on the States Parties to the 11th NPT Review Conference to engage in constructive, substantive, and inclusive dialogue based on due regard for the interests of all parties. We proceed from the need to focus efforts on developing consensus-based solutions and ensuring the strengthening of the Treaty regime and its three pillars. 🤝The CSTO Member States stand ready to cooperate with all delegations with a view to a balanced and comprehensive review of all three fundamental pillars of the NPT. We reaffirm our unwavering commitment to our obligations under the Treaty, as well as our intention to continue coordinating efforts to preserve and strengthen it in the interests of maintaining international peace and security. We trust that all States Parties to the Conference will strive to develop agreed approaches and compromise solutions. Only through joint efforts will it be possible to create the conditions for achieving positive outcomes at the 11th Review Conference that would be acceptable to all States Parties. This will make a meaningful contribution to our shared goal – strengthening the NPT.

⚡️Russian Foreign Ministry statement in connection with the US strikes on Iran(June 22, 2025) ❗️Russia resolutely condemns the United States’ strikes on several nuclear facilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran, carried out in the early hours of June 22, following recent attacks by Israel. This reckless decision to launch missile and aerial strikes on the territory of a sovereign state, regardless of the justifications offered, constitutes a blatant violation of international law, the #UNCharter, and relevant resolutions by the UN Security Council, which has consistently and unequivocally deemed such actions unacceptable. Particularly concerning is the fact that the strikes were executed by a permanent member of the UN Security Council. ☢️ The consequences of this action, including potential radioactive effects, have yet to be determined. However, it is already evident that a dangerous escalation is underway, one that threatens to further destabilise security both in the region and globally. This has drastically increased the likelihood of a larger conflict in the #MiddleEast, a region already plagued by numerous crises. The attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities have dealt a substantial blow to the global non-proliferation regime built around the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (#NPT), which raises particular concerns. They have significantly undermined both the credibility of the NPT and the integrity of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) monitoring and verification mechanisms that underpin it. We expect the IAEA leadership to respond promptly, professionally, and transparently, avoiding vague language or efforts to hide behind political ‘equidistance.’ An unbiased and objective report from the Director General is required, to be submitted for consideration at the Agency’s upcoming special session. Obviously, the UN Security Council must take a firm stance as well. Confrontational and destabilising actions taken by the United States and Israel must be collectively rejected. ☝️We call for an immediate end to aggression and for stepping up efforts to bring the situation back onto a peaceful, diplomatic track.

⚡️Russian Foreign Ministry statement in connection with the US strikes on Iran(June 22, 2025) ❗️Russia resolutely condemns the United States’ strikes on several nuclear facilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran, carried out in the early hours of June 22, following recent attacks by Israel. This reckless decision to launch missile and aerial strikes on the territory of a sovereign state, regardless of the justifications offered, constitutes a blatant violation of international law, the #UNCharter, and relevant resolutions by the UN Security Council, which has consistently and unequivocally deemed such actions unacceptable. Particularly concerning is the fact that the strikes were executed by a permanent member of the UN Security Council. ☢️ The consequences of this action, including potential radioactive effects, have yet to be determined. However, it is already evident that a dangerous escalation is underway, one that threatens to further destabilise security both in the region and globally. This has drastically increased the likelihood of a larger conflict in the #MiddleEast, a region already plagued by numerous crises. The attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities have dealt a substantial blow to the global non-proliferation regime built around the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (#NPT), which raises particular concerns. They have significantly undermined both the credibility of the NPT and the integrity of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) monitoring and verification mechanisms that underpin it. We expect the IAEA leadership to respond promptly, professionally, and transparently, avoiding vague language or efforts to hide behind political ‘equidistance.’ An unbiased and objective report from the Director General is required, to be submitted for consideration at the Agency’s upcoming special session. Obviously, the UN Security Council must take a firm stance as well. Confrontational and destabilising actions taken by the United States and Israel must be collectively rejected. ☝️We call for an immediate end to aggression and for stepping up efforts to bring the situation back onto a peaceful, diplomatic track.

⚡️Russian Foreign Ministry statement in connection with the US strikes on Iran(June 22, 2025) ❗️Russia resolutely condemns the United States’ strikes on several nuclear facilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran, carried out in the early hours of June 22, following recent attacks by Israel. This reckless decision to launch missile and aerial strikes on the territory of a sovereign state, regardless of the justifications offered, constitutes a blatant violation of international law, the #UNCharter, and relevant resolutions by the UN Security Council, which has consistently and unequivocally deemed such actions unacceptable. Particularly concerning is the fact that the strikes were executed by a permanent member of the UN Security Council. ☢️ The consequences of this action, including potential radioactive effects, have yet to be determined. However, it is already evident that a dangerous escalation is underway, one that threatens to further destabilise security both in the region and globally. This has drastically increased the likelihood of a larger conflict in the #MiddleEast, a region already plagued by numerous crises. The attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities have dealt a substantial blow to the global non-proliferation regime built around the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (#NPT), which raises particular concerns. They have significantly undermined both the credibility of the NPT and the integrity of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) monitoring and verification mechanisms that underpin it. We expect the IAEA leadership to respond promptly, professionally, and transparently, avoiding vague language or efforts to hide behind political ‘equidistance.’ An unbiased and objective report from the Director General is required, to be submitted for consideration at the Agency’s upcoming special session. Obviously, the UN Security Council must take a firm stance as well. Confrontational and destabilising actions taken by the United States and Israel must be collectively rejected. ☝️We call for an immediate end to aggression and for stepping up efforts to bring the situation back onto a peaceful, diplomatic track.

⚡️Russian Foreign Ministry statement in connection with the US strikes on Iran(June 22, 2025) ❗️Russia resolutely condemns the United States’ strikes on several nuclear facilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran, carried out in the early hours of June 22, following recent attacks by Israel. This reckless decision to launch missile and aerial strikes on the territory of a sovereign state, regardless of the justifications offered, constitutes a blatant violation of international law, the #UNCharter, and relevant resolutions by the UN Security Council, which has consistently and unequivocally deemed such actions unacceptable. Particularly concerning is the fact that the strikes were executed by a permanent member of the UN Security Council. ☢️ The consequences of this action, including potential radioactive effects, have yet to be determined. However, it is already evident that a dangerous escalation is underway, one that threatens to further destabilise security both in the region and globally. This has drastically increased the likelihood of a larger conflict in the #MiddleEast, a region already plagued by numerous crises. The attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities have dealt a substantial blow to the global non-proliferation regime built around the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (#NPT), which raises particular concerns. They have significantly undermined both the credibility of the NPT and the integrity of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) monitoring and verification mechanisms that underpin it. We expect the IAEA leadership to respond promptly, professionally, and transparently, avoiding vague language or efforts to hide behind political ‘equidistance.’ An unbiased and objective report from the Director General is required, to be submitted for consideration at the Agency’s upcoming special session. Obviously, the UN Security Council must take a firm stance as well. Confrontational and destabilising actions taken by the United States and Israel must be collectively rejected. ☝️We call for an immediate end to aggression and for stepping up efforts to bring the situation back onto a peaceful, diplomatic track.

⚡️Russian Foreign Ministry statement in connection with the US strikes on Iran(June 22, 2025) ❗️Russia resolutely condemns the United States’ strikes on several nuclear facilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran, carried out in the early hours of June 22, following recent attacks by Israel. This reckless decision to launch missile and aerial strikes on the territory of a sovereign state, regardless of the justifications offered, constitutes a blatant violation of international law, the #UNCharter, and relevant resolutions by the UN Security Council, which has consistently and unequivocally deemed such actions unacceptable. Particularly concerning is the fact that the strikes were executed by a permanent member of the UN Security Council. ☢️ The consequences of this action, including potential radioactive effects, have yet to be determined. However, it is already evident that a dangerous escalation is underway, one that threatens to further destabilise security both in the region and globally. This has drastically increased the likelihood of a larger conflict in the #MiddleEast, a region already plagued by numerous crises. The attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities have dealt a substantial blow to the global non-proliferation regime built around the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (#NPT), which raises particular concerns. They have significantly undermined both the credibility of the NPT and the integrity of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) monitoring and verification mechanisms that underpin it. We expect the IAEA leadership to respond promptly, professionally, and transparently, avoiding vague language or efforts to hide behind political ‘equidistance.’ An unbiased and objective report from the Director General is required, to be submitted for consideration at the Agency’s upcoming special session. Obviously, the UN Security Council must take a firm stance as well. Confrontational and destabilising actions taken by the United States and Israel must be collectively rejected. ☝️We call for an immediate end to aggression and for stepping up efforts to bring the situation back onto a peaceful, diplomatic track.

🎙 Briefing by Russia's Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova(February 27, 2025) 🔹 Russia-US meeting in Istanbul 🔹 Ukrainian crisis 🔹 Kiev regime crimes 🔹 Bosnia and Herzegovina 🔹 Third Caspian Economic Forum 🔹 Russia’s UNGA resolution on combatting glorification of Nazism 🔹 55th Anniversary of the Treaty on Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons entering into force 🔹35th Anniversary of diplomatic relations between the USSR and the Vatican 📰Read 📺Watch *** #RussiaUSA In furtherance of a series of bilateral contacts at the top and high levels, an expert-level meeting took place in Istanbul to explore pathways for resolving numerous irritants that persist in bilateral dialogue due to the groundwork laid by the destructive actions of previous US administrations. We have consistently affirmed that the deterioration of Russian-American relations was not our choice. It is anticipated that the meeting will serve as the first in a sequence of such expert consultations, which may advance progress towards resolving differences with the American side and reinforcing confidence-building measures. #Ukraine Ukraine’s NATO membership would provoke abrupt and uncontrollable escalation of the conflict, with grave repercussions for global security. We reiterate that a just and durable resolution of the conflict remains unattainable without the complete and irreversible eradication of the conflict’s root causes. Foremost among these is the West’s breach of its pledge to refrain from NATO’s expansion and the alliance’s absorption of geopolitical space up to Russia’s borders. The situation with the armed forces of Ukraine continues to worsen. Under pressure from the West, the Kiev regime is exploring measures to expand its mobilisation base by conscripting youths aged 18–25. #BosniaAndHerzegovina We share the justified indignation of the general public in the Balkans at the absurd conviction in the fabricated case of President Milorad Dodik of the Republika Srpska (Bosnia and Herzegovina) by a court in Bosnia and Herzegovina on February 26. This is yet another instance where politics has triumphed over the law. The verdict in this case is manifestly unjust and cannot entail legal consequences. Clearly, it is aimed solely at eliminating from the political scene the leader of the Serbian populace of Bosnia and Herzegovina, whose principled patriotic position contradicts the Euro-Atlantic guidelines imposed by the West. #West#Sanctions Russia firmly opposes and refuses to accept any unilateral measures designed to exert pressure on us, including in the energy sector. The Western sanctions policy boils down to neo-colonial-style attempts to use unfair competitive practices to gain an economic edge and get rid of any other players on the global energy market. #NPT March 5 marks the 55th Anniversary of the entry into force of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT). Throughout this time, the NPT has served as the foundation of the nuclear non-proliferation regime and a key element of the international security system. As a State Party to the NPT and one of its depositaries, Russia is firmly committed to the letter and spirit of the Treaty and strictly fulfils its obligations with regard to non-proliferation, disarmament and the peaceful use of atomic energy. The Treaty was adopted in full awareness of the need to prevent a nuclear conflict. In this regard, it is particularly important that the five nuclear states have reached an understanding that there can be no winners in a nuclear war and that it must never be unleashed.

🎙 Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’sinterview with Al Arabiya television channel(Moscow, February 17, 2026) Key talking points: #TheArabWorld • We enjoy solid relationships with all Arab countries and their organisations. These include the League of Arab States (LAS), with which we have held about half a dozen ministerial meetings. We also plan to hold the Russia-LAS summit. We also maintain a close relationship with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), which has been maintained by annual events at the level of foreign ministers. #SaudiArabia • Saudi Arabia is the leader of the Arab world, a country of two Holiest sites in Islam, and the author of the Arab Peace Initiative to settle the most complicated and enduring crisis, the Palestinian issue. • Our country regards Saudi Arabia as its strategic partner in the region. We believe that this view is shared by our Saudi colleagues. We are very pleased with our cooperation. • We are developing humanitarian, cultural, educational and sports ties. <...> A few days ago, I had a conversation with my friend, Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud. One of the issues we discussed concerned the preparation of Intervision International Music Contest, which reflects the striving of Russia and Saudi Arabia to promote traditional values. • We enjoy solid relationships with all Arab countries and their organisations. These include the #LAS, with which we have held about half a dozen ministerial meetings. We also plan to hold the #RussiaLAS summit. We also maintain a close relationship with #GCC. #Iran • Regrettably, Israel and the US went ahead with the strikes [against Iran], creating physical risks and undermining the authority of the #IAEA and the #NPT. The IAEA has exerted unprecedented control, especially in the past years, after the signing of the #JCPOA. Iran was never found violating the Non-Proliferation Treaty or its agreement on guarantees with the IAEA. All risks and political tensions emerged after the US withdrew from the JCPOA in 2018. #Syria • Mutual respect and mutual benefit – these are the principles that have underpinned our relations with Syria from the very beginning, since its establishment. We hold these relations in high regard. • We firmly believe that a multiethnic, multi-confessional state such as Syria must restore its unity, territorial integrity, and sovereignty as swiftly as possible. In this endeavour, we will continue to – and indeed already do – assist Damascus and its new leadership. • As for our military facilities, discussions are ongoing. Let me reiterate: the Syrians are keen for our presence to endure. #Palestine • We should not overlook the fact that the situation in the West Bank is becoming increasingly tense and volatile as a result of Israeli actions, including the recent issuance of directives regulating land acquisition and urban development procedures. Until recently, such matters were coordinated with the Palestinian National Authority. Now, however, unilateral decisions are being taken, and analysis of their likely consequences suggests that little may remain of the territories currently administered by the Palestinian National Authority. Now, however, unilateral decisions are being taken, and analysis of their likely consequences suggests that little may remain of the territories currently administered by the Palestinian National Authority. #UkrainianCrisis • Europe hysterically demands that Russia start talks and that all sides agree that Europe must be part of these talks. <...> Europe has revealed its Nazi essence, which we thought was destroyed with the Hitler’s defeat in WWII. It has turned out to be extremely tenacious. I don’t see what role Europe could play. • We greatly value the stance taken by the Trump administration and personally by the President of the US. We are closely observing Europe’s attempts to dissuade the current Washington administration from its principled stance, as discussed and agreed in Anchorage, Alaska. We remain fully committed to those understandings. Read in full