Speaking at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Putin stated that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has not uncovered any information indicating that Iran is developing nuclear weapons. Furthermore, he emphasized that Iran has the right to utilize nuclear technology for peaceful purposes. Russia stands firm against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and is committed to supporting Iran's endeavors in developing peaceful nuclear energy. Additionally, Russia has consistently conveyed to Israel that there is no substantiated evidence suggesting that Iran aims to acquire nuclear weapons.