Russia the only ‘winner’ of US-Israel war on Iran: EU Council president

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffMarch 10, 2026 at 01:40 PM

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European Council President Antonio Costa stated that Russia is the primary beneficiary of the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran, which began 11 days prior to the report on March 10, 2026. Costa argues that the conflict, which has spread throughout the Middle East and disrupted energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz, is driving up global energy prices, thus providing Russia with increased revenue. He also notes that the war diverts military resources and international attention away from the four-year Russia-Ukraine conflict. Costa emphasized the importance of upholding international law and preventing further escalation in the Middle East, warning of broader consequences for Europe and the world. His comments coincide with reports of stalled US-mediated Russia-Ukraine peace talks.

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Kremlin 30% Strait of Hormuz 60% Middle East ×360% European Union ×270% Israel ×370% Russia-Ukraine War ×370% Iran ×470% Ukraine ×580% United States ×680% US-Israeli war on Iran ×290% Antonio Costa ×390% Russia ×6100%

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us-israel war on iran 100% russia 90% energy prices 80% ukraine war 70% global conflict 60% middle east 50% international law 50% oil prices 40% european union 40%