Moscow, March 20 -- Expressing serious concern over the "ongoing armed confrontation" in the Persian Gulf, Russia has called for an immediate end to hostilities, characterising the situation as "unprovoked aggression by the US and Israel against Iran."

In a statement posted on X, the Russian Foreign Ministry emphasised the growing risks of escalation and the impact on regional stability.

"Moscow is seriously concerned over the ongoing armed confrontation in the Persian Gulf and the risks of escalation. The scale of damage to energy and other critical infrastructure in Iran and neighbouring Arab states continues to grow," the Ministry stated.

Highlighting the need for a ceasefire, the statement added, "We call for an immediate cessation...