Iran-Russia Relations

‘China, Russia Prioritize Own Interests in Friendship with Iran’

An expert on international relations says China and Russia give priority to their own interests in their relationship with Iran, and Tehran should not count on them.

Iranian, Russian Diplomats Discuss Yemen Crisis

Ranking diplomats from the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation have discussed the latest developments in Yemen, with both voicing support for the Arab country’s territorial integrity.

Iran, Russia Reject US ‘Delusional’ Plan for JCPOA

The foreign ministers of Iran and Russia have dismissed the “delusional” US plan for the 2015 nuclear deal, under which Washington seeks to remain a participant state in the JCPOA for the purposes of restoring the UN sanctions on Iran.

Astana Guarantors Hold Tripartite Ministerial Meeting

The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Russian Federation and the Republic of Turkey –the three guarantors of the Astana format- have held a trilateral meeting via video conference on Wednesday to discuss Syria peace efforts.

Tehran, Moscow Must Boost Ties Amid US Provocative Moves in Region: President Rouhani

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran has called for the expansion of relations with the Russian Federation amid the "provocative" actions taken by the United States and the Zionist regime in the region.

Iran, Russia Discuss Crises in Afghanistan, Yemen

Iranian and Russian foreign ministers have exchanged views on a whole range of regional and international issues.

Iran Hails Russia’s Green Corridor Initiative for Coronavirus Battle

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has welcomed a Russian proposal for the creation of a green corridor, in contrast to the sanctions, for the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

Iran, Russia Discuss Coronavirus Outbreak

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has discussed the coronavirus outbreak with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in a telephone conversation.

Russia to Send 50,000 Coronavirus Testing Kits to Iran

The Iranian ambassador to Moscow has announced that Russia will provide Iran with 50,000 coronavirus diagnosis kits and the batch will be sent to the country as soon as possible.

Iran Ready to Broker Trilateral Deal on Idlib, Rouhani Tells Putin

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says Tehran is prepared to host a trilateral summit with Russia and Turkey on the issue of Syria, and broker a deal agreed upon by all sides.

Iran FM Discusses Syria with Russian, Turkish Counterparts

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held separate meetings with his Russian and Turkish counterparts, Sergei Lavrov and Mevlut Cavusoglu, respectively, to discussed a range of issues including the latest developments in Syria.

Endangered by Israel Airstrike, Tehran-Damascus Flight Lands in Russian Airbase

An Israeli airstrike, carried out as Syria troops were liberating the terrorist-held town of Saraqib in northwestern Idlib province, has endangered a civilian flight carrying 172 passengers, according to the Russian Defense Ministry.

Iran, Russia Developing Ties Despite US Will: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says bilateral relations between Iran and Russia are rapidly advancing despite the will and intention of the United States.

Iran Says Ready for Close Cooperation with Russia’s New Gov’t

Iran’s First Vice President Es’haq Jahangiri has congratulated Mikhail Vladimirovich Mishustin on taking office as the new prime minister of Russia, voicing Tehran’s readiness to promote cooperation with Moscow in various fields.

Iran’s Exports to Eurasia Up by 75 Percent: Official

The Chief of Iran Trade Development Organization Hamid Zadboum says Iran’s exports to Eurasian countries have increased by 75 percent in value between March and November 2019. 

Iranian, Russian Foreign Ministers Hold Talks in Moscow

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov have held talks on a range of issues at a meeting in Moscow.

Iran to Continue Holding Joint Naval Drills: Commander

A senior Iranian military commander has unveiled plans for more joint naval exercises with other countries in the years to come after the conclusion of a war game among Iran, Russia, and China.

Joint Drills Show Iran Ready for Regional Security Cooperation: FM

The Iranian foreign minister says the joint maneuvers conducted by Iran, Russia and China show Tehran’s preparedness for cooperation to ensure security.

Iran-Russia-China Naval Drills Wrap Up in Oman Sea

Iranian, Russian, and Chinese naval units on Sunday practiced rescuing merchant ships under attack or on fire during the third and final day of the three countries’ joint naval drills.

FM Zarif to Leave Tehran for Moscow Sunday

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will depart for the Russian capital of Moscow on Sunday night.

Iran Urges US to Leave Region on 3rd Day of Drills with China, Russia

There is no place for American forces in the region anymore, Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi said.

‘Iran-China-Russia Drills Show Commitment to Secure Waterways’

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the ongoing naval drills between Iran, Russia, and China indicate “our broader commitment” to secure vital waterways.

Iran, Russia, China Start Joint Marine Drills

The naval forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Russian Federation, and the People’s Republic of China have kicked off a four-day joint maritime exercise in the Indian Ocean and the Sea of Oman area.

Iran, Russia, China to Start Joint Military Drills Friday

A senior spokesman for Iranian armed forces says a joint Iran-China-Russia military exercise will be held on Friday in the northern Indian Ocean and the Sea of Oman for four days.

Iran Says Won’t Forget Friends of Its Tough Times

Iran says it will never forget such friends as Russia and China who stood by the country during the tough times of sanctions and international pressures.

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