Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian publicly thanked Russia and Vladimir Putin for their support. He said their actions “inspire” Iran in the war.
Masoud Pezeshkian reported this in a post on X.
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“President Putin’s statements and the support of the Russian people inspire us in this war. On behalf of the people of Iran, I thank the government and the people of Russia,” the Iranian president wrote in Russian.
He also stressed that “the resistance and courage of the Iranian people” will help build new ties. According to him, these ties should ensure security in the region.
Earlier, the Russian president expressed condolences to Iran after the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He also said strikes on Iran violate international law.
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Ukrainian and European officials have repeatedly pointed to military cooperation between Russia and Iran. In particular, they mention the transfer of drones and intelligence. Iran has also publicly confirmed cooperation with Russia.
In addition, Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei stayed in Moscow. He received treatment there after U.S. and Israeli attacks.
At the same time, U.S. President Donald Trump first denied Russia’s active role in supporting Iran. Later, he said such support “may exist,” without strongly criticizing Moscow.
Previously The Ukrainian Review reported that U.S. President Donald Trump may change his policy toward Ukraine. In particular, he may reduce support if he seeks to pressure Europe amid possible setbacks in the Middle East.
