politics
April 10, 2026
Moscow backs Tehran on status of Lebanon in US-Iran deal
Russia has welcomed the US-Iran ceasefire deal and stressed that it must apply to Lebanon, where Israel continues to strike

TL;DR
- Russia believes the US-Iran ceasefire extends to Lebanon.
- Moscow fully supports the cessation of hostilities and hopes for successful negotiations.
- Russia is ready to help overcome the consequences of US-Israeli aggression and ensure regional security.
- Israel insists Lebanon is not part of the ceasefire deal and continues operations.
- Over 1,700 people have been killed in Israeli strikes in Lebanon since March 2.
- Iran demands Lebanon's inclusion in the ceasefire and threatens to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed.
- Russia has consistently condemned the US-Israeli campaign against Iran and Israel's strikes on Lebanon.
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