Lavrov and UAE FM call for ceasefire in US-Iran Persian Gulf tensions

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan stressed in a phone call the need for an immediate halt to mutual US-Iran attacks in the Persian Gulf and the resumption of negotiations. The two ministers highlighted the importance of maintaining safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

Scraper SystemJuly 18, 2026, 09:25 PM

Lavrov and UAE FM call for ceasefire in US-Iran Persian Gulf tensions

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan made a joint call to end tensions in the Persian Gulf. During a phone call between the two ministers, the situation created by mutual US-Iran attacks in the region was discussed.

According to a statement from the Russian Foreign Ministry, the parties stressed the importance of stopping the clashes as soon as possible and quickly resuming the negotiation process. The statement said, "Both sides emphasized the importance of an immediate cessation of hostilities and the earliest possible resumption of the negotiation process."

Lavrov and Al Nahyan drew attention to the need to maintain stable, unimpeded and safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, which is vital for the world economy. The two ministers stated that they shared a common concern on this issue.

The phone diplomacy also addressed further strengthening the strategic partnership between Russia and the UAE. In addition to expanding trade and economic relations, ways to increase cooperation in education and sports were discussed.

The Russian Foreign Ministry reported that the parties confirmed their mutual desire to maintain close foreign policy coordination both bilaterally and in various international forums.