Russian President Vladimir Putin has spoken to Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, with both leaders placing emphasis on deepening political, trade, and economic cooperation, the Kremlin said in a statement on November 12. It did not say when the phone call took place and made no mention of Iranian arms supplies to Moscow. Russia has stepped up its efforts to build ties with Iran and other non-Western countries since it invaded Ukraine on February 24. To read original story from Reuters, click here.
Putin Speaks To Iranian President, With Emphasis On Deepening Ties
Russian President Vladimir Putin (right) shakes hands with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, on September 15.