Russia has been always interested in "mutual understanding between Shiites and Sunnis and the unity of the Muslims world"
MOSCOW, January 4. /TASS/. Russia is ready to invite the Saudi and Iranian foreign ministers to Moscow for negotiations, a diplomatic source told TASS on Monday.
"We express sincere regrets over the escalation of relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia," the source said. "Russia has always been in favor of dialogue and constructive contacts. Therefore, if partners in Riyadh and Tehran are interested in our role, we are ready to give mediator services to restore mutual understanding on all issues."
"We are ready to invite the Saudi and Iranian foreign ministers to Moscow," the source said. "If our partners in Iran and Saudi Arabia are ready and willing (to come), our initiative remains in force."
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Update: Russia ready to act as 'intermediary' between Saudi Arabia, Iran: foreign ministry source (AFP)
WNU Editor: This contrasts with what the U.S. is doing .... Obama administration keeps its distance from Saudi Arabia-Iran fight (Washington Post).
Update: After hearing the Russian offer to mediate, the Turks are now forwarding their own proposals to help .... Turkish PM urges diplomacy, offers help in Saudi-Iran crisis (Reuters)
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