Russia warns US-Israel may use talks for Iran ground op

Russia's Security Council has issued a warning that the United States and Israel may be using ongoing negotiations with Iran as a pretext to prepare for a potential ground operation. The statement highlights concerns that diplomatic talks could mask military buildup, with the Pentagon continuing to increase troop deployments in the region. This warning comes amid heightened tensions following the US naval blockade of Iran and recent Iranian military activities, such as excavating missile base entrances. The Russian assessment suggests that the US-Israel alliance might leverage negotiations to facilitate operational planning against Iran.