Russia's Lavrov links Iran, Venezuela regime change plans to oil

Russian coverage portrays the United States as using the Iran war and ceasefire talks to control oil flows and pressure a rival government. Lavrov’s comments about past regime change efforts in Iran and Venezuela are used to argue that Washington’s main goal is dominance over energy markets, not stability. Russian outlets also stress that Moscow is ready to mediate and present Russia as a more trustworthy partner for Iran and other Global South countries.

• •Sergey Lavrov links earlier US attempts to change governments in Iran and Venezuela to control over their oil sectors.
• •Russian officials argue that Trump’s threat to destroy Iran’s oil infrastructure shows Washington’s focus on energy dominance.
• •Moscow presents its offer to mediate between Washington and Tehran as a way to protect Iran’s sovereignty and oil exports.
• •Russian commentary suggests the Iran conflict could help Russia strengthen ties with Global South states frustrated with US pressure.
• •Russian reports highlight US domestic debate over the Iran war as evidence that Washington’s goals are not purely about security.