Russia Pledges Support to Iran as 'Loyal Friend, Reliable Partner' Amidst US Conflict
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Russia Affirms 'Loyal Friend' Support to Iran Amid US Tensions
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News18•21-03-2026, 14:34
Russia Affirms 'Loyal Friend' Support to Iran Amid US Tensions
•Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed Moscow's support for Tehran during Nowruz, Iran's new year.
•Putin extended greetings to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian, calling Russia a 'loyal friend and reliable partner'.
•The declaration comes amid debates over the extent of Moscow's practical support to Iran during its current crisis.
•Russia has accused US and Israeli attacks on Iran of pushing the Middle East to the brink and fueling a global energy crisis.
•Despite a close partnership, the strategic agreement between Russia and Iran lacks a mutual defense clause, and Moscow opposes Iran acquiring nuclear weapons.
