Iran-Israel war: Russia cannot be an ‘objective mediator’ says the European Union

The EU on Monday said Russia had “zero credibility” as a potential mediator between Iran and Israel, after US President Donald Trump suggested Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin could play a role. “There has been a recent Russia-Iran partnership agreement, which signals deepening cooperation across multiple areas, including foreign policy and defence. In light of such, Russia cannot be an objective mediator,” EU spokesman Anouar El Anouni said. Analysis by FRANCE 24 Europe Editor Armen Georgian.