This week's Farda Briefing looks at how Russia's offer to mediate between Iran and the United States was received in Tehran.

WASHINGTON/MOSCOW - Russia has offered to mediate between the United States and Iran, a source briefed on discussions told Reuters on Tuesday, as the Kremlin vowed to do everything possible to facilitate a peaceful solution to tensions over Tehran's nuclear program.

Russia is reportedly interested in assisting U.S. efforts to negotiate a new and broader nuclear deal with Iran. The potential for Washington-Moscow cooperation on Iran’s nuclear program comes as the Middle East continues to experience its most tumultuous days in recent memory,