The Inside Story Podcast Will Russia, Turkey and China provide support to Iran in its conflict with Israel?
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Jun 15, 2025 Nikolay Surkov, an Assistant Professor at the Moscow State Institute of International Relations, and Glenn Carle, a former CIA officer, delve into the intricate geopolitical dynamics surrounding Iran's conflict with Israel. They discuss Russia's delicate balancing act in maintaining ties with both Iran and Israel, Turkey's cautious foreign policy dilemmas and concerns over Iran's nuclear ambitions, and China's focus on energy stability as it navigates its role in the Middle East. The conversation highlights the complex relationships and potential repercussions if tensions escalate.
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Russia's Delicate Balancing Act
- Russia aims to balance supporting Iran without alienating Israel, maintaining good relations with both.\n- It fears Iran's potential collapse more than immediate gains from rising oil prices.
Turkey's Complex Iran Relations
- Turkey's relationship with Iran is competitive and cooperative, with conflict in Syria straining ties.\n- Turkey verbally opposes Israel's actions but won't provide Iran with military support.
China's Geopolitical Risk
- China stands to lose most due to the conflict as it risks disruption to low-cost fossil fuel supplies.\n- China opposes Western hegemony and seeks a multipolar world but faces strategic challenges here.