Strike on Iran would destabilize region - Kremlin

A possible U.S. strike on Iran would seriously destabilize the Middle East, and Moscow hopes for restraint from all sides, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.

"This would undoubtedly mark another step toward serious destabilization of the situation in the region," the Kremlin spokesman said, assessing the potential consequences of a U.S. attack on Iran.

"Russia continues its efforts to de-escalate tensions. In this situation, we would like to see restraint from all parties involved as well as their focus exclusively on peaceful negotiations to address the issues they consider relevant," Peskov said.

Israeli media reported earlier that the U.S. had been preparing to strike Iran during the past week. According to their information, preparations for the attack have been completed, and the strike may occur at any moment.