The discussions in the Iranian capital included calls to resume negotiations in Yemen and restore freedom of navigation in international waters. Lavrov reaffirmed Russia's commitment to a 20 year strategic partnership that took effect Oct 2 2026, as well as existing nuclear and investment agreements. He will also meet President Masoud Pezeshkian to coordinate deeper economic cooperation through the BRICS and SCO frameworks.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Russia Offers to Help End Iranian American War at Tehran Press Conference
Geopolitics1 day ago
Russian and Iranian officials held a joint briefing on Monday to address the worsening security situation in the Persian Gulf. Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Moscow is ready to facilitate an "acceptable solution" to the hostilities between Washington and Tehran, advocating for the return of diplomatic dialogue. Beside him, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi blamed the US and Israel for causing instability in the Strait of Hormuz and urged the use of diplomacy to resolve these regional disputes.
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