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US-Iran Tensions Escalate: Russia Issues Dire Warning of ‘Catastrophic Consequences’

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US-Iran Tensions Escalate: Russia Issues Dire Warning of ‘Catastrophic Consequences’

Moscow/Washington, February 19, 2026
Russia sternly cautioned US/Israel against striking Iran, predicting “catastrophic” global fallout. FM Sergei Lavrov warned attacks on nuclear sites violate international law, risk nuclear disaster.

Lavrov’s Blunt Interview

In Al Arabiya talk, Lavrov highlighted IAEA safeguards weakened by June 2025 strikes. Russia-Iran joint naval drills in Oman Gulf signal readiness.

US War Drums (Axios Report)

Trump advisor: 90% chance military action weeks away. Middle East buildup: 2 carriers, dozens jets, F-35/F-22 squadrons, 150+ cargo flights delivering munitions.

Israel Preps Regime Change

Officials hint imminent power shift ops; forces high alert.

Russia’s Stance: Any aggression triggers unpredictable devastation beyond Middle East.

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