IRNA reviewed relations between Tehran and Moscow;

IRNA reviewed relations between Tehran and Moscow;

Russia and Iran; Behind the scenes of a multi-level convergence

Leila Vahdi - IRNA reporter

In recent years, relations between Iran and Russia have been formed based on a combination of political, security, economic and geopolitical factors. Moscow's support of Tehran in international organizations and opposition to unilateral sanctions are part of this cooperation. Interfaces that, although close, also have their own considerations.

Russian President Vladimir Putin's latest words about Iran are the latest sign of Moscow's continued political and diplomatic support for Tehran in the face of increasing pressure from America and the West; Support that expanded from opposition to military measures and sanctions against Iran to support for Tehran's positions on the nuclear file and use of Russia's capacity in international institutions.

However, the analysis of the relations between Tehran and Moscow shows that Russia's activity towards Iran cannot be reduced only to the joint opposition with the United States. Collections of historical, geopolitical, security and economic factors have shaped this cooperation.

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