ST. PETERSBURG, Russia: President Vladimir Putin offered Wednesday to help mediate an end to the conflict between Israel and Iran, suggesting Moscow could help negotiate a settlement that could allow Tehran to pursue a peaceful atomic program while assuaging Israeli security concerns.

Russian leader reiterated his proposal as the Kremlin said he was also willing to act as a mediator in the conflict between Israel and Iran

According to the statement, Russia is inclined to promote dialogue between the parties to the conflict