Russia’s former president Dmitriy Medvedev says a bunch of countries are now ready to give Iran nuclear warheads. This came right after the US bombed some of Iran’s nuclear sites.
He posted about it on Sunday, saying the strikes on places like Isfahan, Natanz, and Fordow didn’t stop anything. In fact, he thinks it made things worse and did the opposite of what Trump wanted.
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Medvedev insists Iran’s nuclear work won’t stop
Medvedev didn’t hold back. He wrote, “Enrichment of nuclear material — and, now we can say it outright, the future production of nuclear weapons — will continue.”
He also added that Iran’s government was still standing and actually came out looking even stronger. He claimed people were “rallying around the country’s spiritual leadership, including those who were previously indifferent or opposed to it.”
His latest rant on social media had 10 points
This time, Medvedev decided to put his thoughts into a ten-point thread on X (Twitter). He posted it in English and, somehow, it blew up with over 3 million views.
From reformer to Kremlin’s loudest voice
Years back, Medvedev looked like a reformer. When he was president from 2008 to 2012, he had a more moderate image.
But everything changed in 2022 when Russian troops invaded Ukraine. He dropped the soft image fast and became one of the most aggressive pro-war voices in the Kremlin.
He’s now serving as Deputy Chairman of Russia’s Security Council, and some see him as someone who could replace Putin one day.
Some say he’s playing it smart to stay safe
People have pointed out that Medvedev’s angry tone might just be a move to stay in Putin’s good graces as the president ages.
An investigation by The Insider, an independent Russian outlet, even claimed that many of his wildest posts happened right after he got deliveries of wine from Italy.
Iran is a key ally in Russia’s war strategy
Russia’s war in Ukraine has leaned heavily on support from Tehran. That might be why Medvedev is speaking out like this.
Earlier this year, Russia and Iran signed a major strategic deal. They’ve been growing closer and openly teaming up, both politically and militarily.
Their ties go way back too. Since the 1500s, Russia and Persia have had a complicated but long-standing relationship.
Russia tries to look like the peacemaker now
As the situation got more intense last week, Moscow seemed to want the world to see it as the grown-up in the room.
Putin even called the White House personally on Saturday. He offered to mediate between the US and Iran.
Russian figures push for helping Iran more
Inside Russia, some influential voices are now saying it’s time to help Iran the way the West has helped Ukraine.
Businessman Konstantin Malofeyev said, “It’s time for us to help Tehran. And at the same time, to offer the United States and Iran diplomatic assistance in peace negotiations by appointing a special envoy for this. Two can play at this game.”
Then there’s Igor Girkin, the jailed Russian nationalist. He warned that if Iran doesn’t get serious backing from Russia and China, it could get crushed by the US and Israel.
“If Iran does not receive the necessary support from its allies, Russia and China, and very serious and significant support, then, most likely, within a month, its enemies will achieve this,” he posted on Telegram.
Russian government blasts US strikes
Russia’s Foreign Ministry didn’t stay quiet either. After the airstrikes, it put out a statement slamming the US.
“The irresponsible decision to subject the territory of a sovereign state to missile and bomb attacks, whatever the arguments it may be presented with, flagrantly violates international law, the Charter of the United Nations and the resolutions of the United Nations Security Council.
We call for an end to aggression and for increased efforts to create conditions for returning the situation to a political and diplomatic track.”
Trump’s strike was massive, but the impact is still unclear
Medvedev’s comments came just as the US was calling on Iran to give in. The US said its strikes had badly damaged Iran’s nuclear program.
On Saturday night, Trump launched “Operation Midnight Hammer” and sent in B-2 bombers to hit major nuclear targets.
The strikes were big. 14 bunker-buster bombs, dozens of Tomahawk missiles, and over 125 military aircraft. Three main sites were hit.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth praised the strikes at a Sunday press conference, calling them “bold” and “brilliant.” He warned Iran there would be serious consequences if it didn’t agree to talk.
Still, some officials said it’s too early to tell how much damage was really done. Sources said the Fordow site, buried deep underground, might still be partly intact.
The backlash is escalating fast
Global leaders weren’t happy. China’s President Xi Jinping accused Trump of messing with peace. Iran’s foreign minister also had strong words.
He called Trump a “lawless bully” who “betrayed” diplomacy. He said blowing up Iran’s nuclear sites pushed the world into an “unprecedented level of danger.”
Early Sunday, Iran hit back by launching attacks on Israel. Reports said at least 16 people were injured.
UK Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer urged everyone to return to the table for talks. But at the same time, he said he’d already taken “all necessary measures” to protect British interests if things get worse.
He said this ahead of a Cobra meeting planned for Sunday, as Iran warned it would respond again to the bombings inside its territory.