In a display of diplomatic warmth, Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, to Moscow on Monday. The meeting underscored the “strategic partnership” between the two nations, as Putin affirmed Russia’s commitment to standing by Tehran as a steadfast ally.

The discussions centered on the protracted conflict in Iran, with Putin expressing Russia’s readiness to support Tehran in navigating the challenges it faces. According to reports from Russian state media, Putin reassured Araghchi that Russia would “do everything” to protect Tehran’s interests.

“For our part, we will do everything that serves your interests and the interests of all the peoples of the region to ensure that peace is achieved as quickly as possible,” Putin stated, emphasizing Russia’s dedication to fostering regional stability.

Highlighting the depth of the bilateral relationship, Putin mentioned a recent communication from Iran’s Supreme Leader. “Last week I received a message from Iran’s supreme leader. I would like to ask you to convey my most sincere thanks for this and to confirm that Russia, like Iran, intends to continue our strategic relationship,” he conveyed to Araghchi.

In addition to the bilateral talks, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov announced Russia’s willingness to act as a mediator in ongoing tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, aiming to facilitate a peace agreement.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov added that Russia was ready to serve as a mediator between the US, Israel and Iran to secure a peace deal.

Araghchi said the meeting served as a symbol of Russia’s “unshaken support of the Islamic Republic of Iran.” 

The high-profile meeting comes just a month after European intelligence agencies warned that Moscow could be ready to provide drone technology to Tehran after Russia popularized the Islamic Republic’s Shahed suicide drones in the Ukraine war.

While Russia and Iran are in a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement, Moscow is not bound by the treaty to provide military assistance to Tehran.

Along with touting Iran and Russia’s partnership, Araghchi went on to mock the US, claiming that “the world’s greatest superpower” has failed to achieve its goals during the war.

With Post wires