Russia and Iran are not allies in Syria,Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia Sergei Ryablov told CNN in an interview Friday, adding that Russia is committed to the security of Israel.



"We in no way underestimate the importance of measures that would ensure very strong security of the State of Israel," Ryabkov said.

"Please do not be afraid of your own shadow, we [Russians] are not that threatening," he said. He also said any accusations that US President Donald Trump has colluded with Russia are "out of touch with reality."

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