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Araghchi departs for Russia after visits to Pakistan and Oman

TEHRAN, Apr. 26 (MNA) – Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi departed for the Russian capital of Moscow on Sunday night after a short return visit to Pakistan.

No new initiatives within OPEC+ amid war in Iran

TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) – There are currently no initiatives to change oil production volumes within OPEC+ on the agenda, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.

Russia welcomes ceasefire in Lebanon: FM spokeswoman

TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova has said that her country welcomes the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, expressing hope that the ceasefire would be fully observed by the two sides.

Xi Jinping, Lavrov hold meeting in Beijing

TEHRAN, Apr. 15 (MNA) – Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a meeting in Beijing, with the talks taking place at the Great Hall of the People.

Russia delivers 51 tons of aid to Iran

TEHRAN, Apr. 13 (MNA) – A humanitarian aid shipment including 51 tons of sunflower oil and household hygiene products was delivered from Russia to Iran.

Easter ceasefire declared by Russia expires

TEHRAN, Apr. 13 (MNA) – The Easter ceasefire declared by Russia from 4:00 p.m. Moscow time (1:00 p.m. GMT) on April 11 until midnight (9:00 p.m. GMT) on April 12 has expired.

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EU collapse will accelerate after elections in Hungary

TEHRAN, Apr. 13 (MNA) – The outcome of Hungary’s elections will only accelerate the decline of the European Union, Russian President’s Special Envoy for Investment and Economic Cooperation with Foreign Countries and RDIF CEO Kirill Dmitriev believes.

US totalitarian approach main barrier to fair deal: President

TEHRAN, Apr. 12 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the United States’ totalitarian approach and double standards remain the biggest obstacle to reaching a fair and balanced agreement between Tehran and Washington.

Easter truce announced by Putin coming into effect

TEHRAN, Apr. 11 (MNA) – Russia will cease all attacks during an Easter truce, which will be in effect from 4:00 p.m. Moscow time (1:00 p.m. GMT) on April 11 until the end of April 12.

Russia urges Iran, US to show responsible approach in talks

TEHRAN, Apr. 11 (MNA) – Moscow has called on all the participants in the ceasefire talks, that are due to take place in Pakistan, to demonstrate a responsible approach and refrain from any actions that could derail the negotiation process.

Iran, Russia FMs discuss regional developments

TEHRAN, Apr. 05 (MNA) – The top diplomats of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation discussed the latest regional developments in a phone call on Sunday.

Putin stresses support for Tehran amid aggression

TEHRAN, Mar. 21 (MNA) – Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent separate messages to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian to congratulate Nowruz, stressing support amid aggression.

US, Israel may drag Caspian region into Iran war: Russia

TEHRAN, Mar. 20 (MNA) – Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova warned on Friday that the United States and Israel's actions could drag the Caspian countries into the Iran war after an attack on Iran's port city of Bandar Anzali.

Iran determined to defend its Natl. sovereignty: Araghchi

TEHRAN, Mar. 11 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has told his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov that his country is firmly determined to defend its national sovereignty and territorial integrity against US-Israeli aggression.  

Iran, Russia FMs discuss regional developments

TEHRAN, Mar. 10 (MNA) – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a telephone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi to discuss the latest regional developments.

Iran's response to aggression strong, effective: Moscow 

TEHRAN, Mar. 08 (MNA) – A senior Russian official has said that the Islamic Republic of Iran is giving a powerful, effective and proportionate response to the US-Israeli aggression. 

Russian embassy in Tehran says remains active amid war

TEHRAN, Mar. 07 (MNA) – The Russian Embassy in Tehran stated that its diplomats and administrative-technical staff are fulfilling their responsibilities amid the ongoing war.

Peskov:

Iran did not ask Russia for help against US-Israeli attacks

TEHRAN, Mar. 07 (MNA) – Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov says Moscow has not received any request from Tehran for help, including weapons, as US-Israeli attacks continue against Iran.

Iranian, Russian presidents discuss war developments

TEHRAN, Mar. 07 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian received a phone call from his Russian counterpart late on Thursday to discuss the latest developments in the region.

Iran, Russia top diplomats discuss regional developments

TEHRAN, Mar. 05 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov held a telephone conversation on Thursday to discuss mutual ties and the recent developments in the region.

Whole region feeling consequences of anti-Iran aggression

TEHRAN, Mar. 03 (MNA) – The consequences of the aggression against Iran "are being felt throughout the region," Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says.

 Putin condoles martyrdom of Ayatollah Khamenei

TEHRAN, Mar. 01 (MNA) – Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered condolences to Iran over the martyrdom of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Seyyed Ali Khamenei.

Ukraine attack sends thousands in Russia into darkness

TEHRAN, Feb. 27 (MNA) – About 50,000 people were left without power in the Russian city of Belgorod on Friday after alleged Ukrainian missiles struck it overnight, the regional governor said.

Zakharova:

West pursuing its previous policy of ‘plundering’ Iran’s oil

TEHRAN, Feb. 27 (MNA) – Russia has accused Western powers of pursuing policies towards the Islamic Republic of Iran with aim of exploiting the country’s resources, especially its oil fields, as they did in the past.

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US meets Russian delegation for nuclear arms control

TEHRAN, Feb. 24 (MNA) – US officials met with a Russian delegation in Geneva on Monday to discuss forging a potential multilateral nuclear arms control treaty, according to media reports.

EU fails to get US, G7 support for blocking Russian oil supplies

TEHRAN, Feb. 23 (MNA) – The European Union has failed to get the United States’ and G7 support in order to jointly block Russian oil deliveries under its 20th package of anti-Russian sanctions.