Vladimir Putin said during a meeting with Iran’s foreign minister, according to TASS, that Russia is ready to do “everything in its power” to ensure that peace is reached in the Middle East as soon as possible.
Putin noted that the Iranian people are fighting “bravely and heroically” for their sovereignty and expressed hope that they will overcome the current challenges.
“We hope that the Iranian people will pass this difficult period of trials and that peace will come,” he said, according to the Russian news agency.
A message from Iran’s Supreme Leader
Putin revealed that he received a message from Mojtaba Khamenei last week and asked Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to express his gratitude.
“Please express my gratitude for this news and best wishes for his health and well-being,” Putin said, according to the news agency.
He also reaffirmed that Moscow intends to maintain strategic relations with Tehran.
Iran welcomes ‘strategic partnership’
Araghchi described relations between Tehran and Moscow as a “strategic partnership at the highest level” that will continue to strengthen regardless of the circumstances, TASS reported.
“I am very pleased to meet you,” he told Putin, adding that Iran’s leadership had sent its “warmest greetings.”
He emphasized that Iran has resisted US pressure through resilience and “will continue to stand firm.”
Regional consultations are intensifying
After arriving in Russia, Araghchi said that Tehran and Moscow maintain close coordination on regional and bilateral issues.
“As you can see, we have always closely consulted with Russia on a wide range of issues, especially regional ones,” he said in remarks quoted by the TASS agency.
Talks with Pakistan, Oman reviewed
Araghchi described his recent engagements with Pakistan as productive.
“We had good consultations with our friends in Pakistan… The trip was successful,” he said, according to TASS.
He also highlighted discussions with Oman, describing it as a “friendly country” that has taken a constructive stance in the conflict.
Focus on the security of the Strait of Hormuz
The Iranian minister emphasized the importance of coordination with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route.
“The safe passage of ships through the strait is an important global issue,” Araghchi said, adding that the two countries must ensure close coordination to protect common interests, as noted.
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