The Russian leader is eyeing a peacemaking role in the Middle East as his country continues to wage war in Ukraine.

From the very beginning of the unprecedented military escalation between Iran and Israel, Russia has expressed its concern about the conflict, in which, until now, hundreds of people have been killed on both sides.

The offer to mediate between Israel and Iran comes as Russia has intensified its war against Ukraine, including striking residential buildings in Kyiv. View on euronews