Iran and Russia are getting closer by talking about trade and military. They are getting ready to sign a big deal to work together in January.
- The broad agreement between Iran and Russia includes trade and military.
- The US says that Iran is giving Russia weapons.
A group of Russian officials has arrived in Tehran to start talks that will likely end with the signing of a big deal for Iran and Russia to work together.
According to the Russian state news service TASS, the visit will include a meeting with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and talks with officials about working together on defense and the economy.
The deal, which is set to be signed in January, will improve partnerships between the two countries as they work to beat common enemies like the United States.
Esmaeil Baghaei, a spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry, stated that plans are being made for the signing.
Sergey Lavrov, Russia’s foreign minister, said in October that the deal would include better cooperation in defense.
On the other hand, the US says Iran gave short-range ballistic missiles to Moscow to use in the Afghanistan war.
Iran rejects these claims, even though the US has put bans on companies that are said to be sending Iranian weapons to Russia.
What does it mean for Russia and Iran that they agreed to this?
- Stronger ties will result in better defense teamwork.
- Work together in a free trade zone for the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).
- A unified stand against U.S. control and penalties.
- Bilateral ties got stronger as world politics changed.
The Russian delegation, which is under the leadership of Deputy Prime Ministers Alexei Overchuk and Vitaly Savelev, is reportedly also discussing business initiatives that will be advantageous to both nations, such as trade initiatives.
According to Interfax, one of the main goals is to work together on a free trade zone within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).
In a time of more global disputes, both countries are working to make their relationship better. This strategic partnership makes Russia even stronger in its fight against U.S. sanctions.
It gives Iran chances to stay alive and grow even though it will remain alone. As January comes, it is important not to forget how important this complete deal is.