Araghchi confirms talks with Lavrov on Iran-Russia cooperation

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has confirmed meeting his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov, saying the two countries discussed major international conflicts and ways to expand economic and nuclear cooperation.

In a statement on Tuesday, October 20, Araghchi said he had held timely discussions with Lavrov, covering a wide range of issues stretching from Europe to West Asia.

The talks included developments in Lebanon, Palestine, Ukraine and Yemen, reflecting the broad regional and international agenda shared by Tehran and Moscow.

Araghchi also said both sides focused on expanding economic ties and nuclear cooperation, highlighting the growing importance of their partnership amid continuing geopolitical tensions.

“Iran and Russia have never worked together as closely as they do now,” Araghchi said, underscoring the strength of relations between the two countries.

The meeting comes as Iran and Russia continue to coordinate on diplomatic and strategic matters while facing pressure and disagreements with several Western governments.

Their discussions on Ukraine and West Asia also highlight the countries’ shared interest in developments affecting regional security and the wider international order.

Although Araghchi confirmed that the talks covered several major issues, no specific agreements or new initiatives were detailed in the statement.

Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said Iran has no fundamental differences with neighbouring countries, signalling Tehran’s stated interest in maintaining regional engagement.

The latest meeting reinforces the close diplomatic relationship between Tehran and Moscow, with both governments seeking to strengthen cooperation across political, economic and nuclear fields.

Further details about any concrete outcomes from the discussions were not immediately available.