Russia and Iran Bolster Economic Ties with Strategic Partnership Talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met in Turkmenistan to enhance economic ties and explore a strategic partnership. They agreed to accelerate cooperation in critical sectors as the upcoming BRICS summit in Russia looms. The United States views this growing relationship with concern amid allegations of Iran supplying arms to Russia.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met in Turkmenistan to discuss strengthening their countries' economic relationships and exploring a strategic partnership, despite tensions with the West.
As the BRICS summit in Kazan approaches, both leaders agreed to accelerate cooperation in energy, infrastructure, and other strategic sectors.
Pezeshkian indicated hopes for finalizing a strategic partnership agreement at the summit, amidst mutual concerns regarding the Western countries' policies.
The United States views the growing rapport between Moscow and Tehran with apprehension, accusing Iran of supplying Russia with weapons, which Tehran denies.