Russia reaffirmed its strategic partnership with Iran as Dmitry Medvedev praised the country’s resilience, held talks with President Masoud Pezeshkian, and called for deeper cooperation during his visit to Tehran.
Russia reaffirmed its support for Iran as Security Council Chairman Dmitry Medvedev visited Tehran to attend memorial ceremonies for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, describing the Iranian people as resilient in the face of external pressure and emphasizing Moscow’s commitment to expanding bilateral ties.
Leading a senior Russian delegation, Medvedev conveyed condolences to the Iranian people and said the period of national mourning had strengthened unity across the country. He stressed that Russia stood with Iran and expressed confidence that the nation would remain steadfast despite growing tensions with the United States.
During the visit, Medvedev also met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The Iranian president urged faster implementation of strategic agreements between Tehran and Moscow, highlighting cooperation in trade, energy, transportation and transit infrastructure as priorities for both governments.
Russia and Iran have significantly expanded cooperation in recent years through closer diplomatic engagement, economic partnerships and coordination on regional and international issues. Both countries have sought to strengthen commercial and strategic ties amid evolving geopolitical and economic challenges.
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