Iran and Russia strengthen strategic cooperation during diplomatic talks in Tehran

Updated 2026-10-21 · told from many outlets at once

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov visited Tehran on Monday for the first time since the US-Israeli war began in Iran. He met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Abbas Araghchi, reaffirmed Russia’s cooperation with Iran, and criticized Trump’s approach to Tehran.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is traveling to Tehran on Monday.
Lavrov will meet with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
The Russian Foreign Ministry stated discussions will cover the situation in the Persian Gulf.

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