In a significant meeting, Iran’s President Massud Peseschkian expressed gratitude to Russia’s Vladimir Putin for unwavering support during the Iran conflict.

Iran’s President Massud Peseschkian and Russia’s President Vladimir Putin met for the first time since the onset of the Iran conflict at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Kyrgyzstan. Peseschkian thanked Putin for Russia’s consistent stance throughout the war, emphasizing support during both combat and peacetime amid U.S. sanctions.

The two leaders discussed the state of bilateral relations and explored ways to enhance cooperation across various fields. Putin assured Peseschkian of continued Russian support, stating, ‘In this difficult time, we strive to provide the necessary assistance.’