TEHRAN – As Iran tackles unfair and illegal attacks from both Israel and the US, Foreign Minister Abbas Aragut highlighted the key coordination between Tehran and Moscow on key regions and nuclear issues.
Araguchi’s visit to Moscow on Monday, meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, was marked as a “vital moment” in the region. He praised the historic and deeply entrenched relationship between Iran and Russia, noting the evolution of cooperation in strategic alliances.
The talks followed a brave attack by the US troops. Just a day ago, the US troops violated international law by storming three peaceful Iranian nuclear sites: Natanz, Isfahan and Fordau. Russian UN envoys had already blown up the attack during an emergency security council session on Sunday.
Aragchi’s argument with Putin coincided with the latest stages of True Promise III, a massive response from Iranian military. This comes days after the ruthless Israeli-American attack that begins with the assassination of a top Iranian commander and scientist on June 13th.
Sunday’s direct entry into the war represents a dangerous escalation as it deliberately targets internationally protected facilities.
Aragut highlighted continued close consultations with Russia, particularly on the nuclear issue, which has proven Moscow a solid alliance. He acknowledged Russia’s important role in past negotiations and its unshakable support amid the escalation of tensions driven by the “reckless actions of the Israeli regime and the United States.”
Aragut denounced the attack as a blatant violation of the UN Charter, claiming Iran’s actions were purely defensive. He expressed his gratitude to Russia for his unwavering commitment to international law, and gave warm greetings from President Ali Khamenei and President Masuud Pezeshkian from the leaders of the Islamic Revolution.
Putin himself denounced the US-Israel attacks as “basically unfounded and unjust” and welcomed Araguchi’s visit as an opportunity to jointly deal with the crisis.
“We are pleased that you are here in Moscow,” Putin said he emphasized the opportunity to “collaboratively assess the situation and explore solutions.”
Russian leaders reaffirmed his country’s firm stance and referenced previous condemnations at the Foreign Ministry and the United Nations. He highlighted the persistent and strategic nature of Russia-Iran relations rooted in mutual trust.
Putin pledged Moscow’s commitment to supporting Iranian people and pursuing a peaceful resolution to the conflict, demanding Aragut a promotion on Ayatollah Khamenei and President Pezeshkian.