Moscow, Rabi'I 24, 1437, January 04, 2016, SPA -- Russia condemned today attacks on the Saudi Embassy in Tehran and its consulate in Mashhad, stressing the need for commitment of the host countries to provide full protection for diplomatic missions in accordance with international treaties. In a statement issued today, the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that the attacks on diplomatic and consular authorities "cannot be treated as a legitimate means to express protest and political positions." -- SPA 20:02 LOCAL TIME 17:02 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w