Hussein Amirabdollahian, Iran's Foreign Minister, expressed gratitude for Russia's committed positions against unilateralism and American aggressions during his recent meeting with Sergey Lavrov, his Russian counterpart. This meeting took place amid heightened tensions between Iran and the United States in the Persian Gulf region.
Emphasis on Iran's National Security
The Iranian Foreign Minister stated in this meeting that Iran is determined to seriously defend its national interests and security and to prevent the United States from using the Strait of Hormuz as a tool to threaten Iran's national security. Amirabdollahian highlighted the importance of the Strait of Hormuz as a vital route for global trade and emphasized the necessity of cooperation between Iran and Russia to maintain security in this region.
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Iran and Russia's Bilateral Cooperation
In this meeting, Amirabdollahian pointed to the importance of bilateral cooperation between Iran and Russia in various fields, including security and economic issues. He stated that this cooperation could help strengthen stability and security in the region and also lead to the establishment of a fairer global system.
In response to these positions, Lavrov emphasized the importance of strategic cooperation between the two countries and stated that Russia is always ready to cooperate with Iran in various fields. He also expressed concern over the increasing military activities of the United States in the Persian Gulf and stressed the need to protect the region's security and stability.
This meeting comes at a time when recent developments in Iran's relations with the West, particularly the United States, have exerted more pressure on both countries. Amirabdollahian explicitly stated that Iran is serious in its diplomacy and will not allow external powers' threats to affect its security and national interests.
At the end of this meeting, both sides emphasized the continuation of consultations and bilateral cooperation and acknowledged its importance as an effective tool in addressing global challenges. Such meetings and dialogues can help strengthen the relations between the two countries and also create a common front against global threats.
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