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Lavrov Claims Iran Didn’t Block Hormuz and Says India Must Mediate UAE Iran Talks
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Published on 15 May 2026
Lavrov says Hormuz closure began after US Israeli aggression
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told reporters in Delhi that the Strait of Hormuz crisis was not caused by Iran, arguing the problem emerged only after US and Israel launched aggression before February 28, 2026. At the BRICS summit’s closing event, Lavrov said Iran had no prior issues with navigation and called for addressing root causes. He also urged long-term mediation role for India, saying it could bring UAE and Iran to dialogue while Pakistan’s efforts focused only on urgent talks.
- Lavrov said Hormuz closure is not Iran’s doing
- He linked the crisis onset to US and Israel aggression before Feb 28
- He said there was no problem before the escalation
- Lavrov urged India to mediate between UAE and Iran
- Russia continues pushing for an end to the US Iran war
- Iran relies on Russia for oil trade amid sanctions
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