Iran-Russia Relations

Deputy Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian and his Russian counterpart Mikhail Bogdanov have discussed the latest developments in Syria.

In a message to Putin on Saturday, President Rouhani expressed his sympathy with the Russian government and nation as well as the bereaved families of the victims.

Velayati has expressed hope that like Iran, the other parties will properly and completely implement the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.

Zarif and Lavrov have discussed the latest developments in Syria and exchanged views on the role of external players in the political settlement of the Arab country.

Putin’s Tehran visit depends on his schedule and a decision has yet to be made, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.

Iran and Russia have decided to bolster their strategic relations more than before.

Iran’s Parliament (Majlis) speaker has praised Moscow’s positive role during the nuclear talks with six world powers that culminated in an agreement over Tehran’s nuclear energy program, expressing hope that bilateral ties between the two countries would further develop.

The Iranian defense chief has said that the current conditions require Iran and Russia to develop their cooperation in the political, economic and defense spheres.

Deputy Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian said Iran and Russia have always supported the people and government of Syria in the face of terrorism.

President Putin called for mutual cooperation between Moscow and Tehran on the fight terrorism and restoration of regional and international security at a high level.

Iran's political plan to settle the Syrian crisis will enter the operational phase after consultations with Russia, Hossein Amir Abdollahian said.

Beijing hopes to have an exchange of views with Tehran on deepening China-Iran relations, said the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman.

Despite the Iranian characteristics of Derbent, Iran has not been invited to celebrations to mark the 2000th anniversary of the town, an Iranian linguist and cultural researcher said.

The two sides says there is no alternative to finding a political solution to the Syrian and Yemeni crises in line with international law and the UN Charter.

An Iranian daily has analyzed Tehran-Moscow ties, saying that Russia neither delivers the S300 systems to Iran nor agrees to pay compensations, but offers a replacement for the defense system.

The vice-president for science and technology has said that Iran and Russia are to sign a deal to boost mutual cooperation in various areas of science and technology.

Iran and Russia are to ink about 10 cooperation agreements, said Sorena Sattari, who is on a visit to Moscow.

Trade turnover between Russia and Iran could significantly rise after the Iran nuclear deal is ratified, said Asgaroladi.

Iran and Russia are seriously concerned about the spread of terrorism in the region and favor a serious campaign against terrorism without double standards, said Mehdi Sanaei.

In a joint press conference with his Russian counterpart, Zarif said Iran believes all regional players should redouble their efforts to address regional issues, including extremism.

The maritime relations between Russia and Iran will be expanded and we will go ahead with our official and unofficial visits to Iran, said the commander of the Russian fleet.

Since conditions have changed and Iran is on equal footing with the Europeans, from now on, we can play the Russian card, Ebrahim Asgharzadeh said.

The Russian minister of transport has said that Moscow is negotiating with Iran on the supply of Russian passenger planes Sukhoi Superjet 100 to Iran.

Russia views Iran as a main market for its arms sales and for the very reason, it pays special attention to the lifting of the arms embargo against Iran, said Amir Ahmadian.

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have exchanged views on ways to broaden bilateral cooperation in the fields of military technology and nuclear power, a Russian official says.