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Araghchi visit highlights Iran-Russia coordination during US-Iran conflict tensions

Iran turns to Moscow as its foreign minister meets Putin, underscoring efforts to secure backing amid stalled US talks and growing uncertainty over the Iran-Israel conflict dynamics.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi meets with the Russian President Vladimir Putin (R) and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov (2nd R) in St. Petersburg, Russia on April 27, 2026.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov attends a meeting in Moscow, March 3, 2026; illustrative.

Where is evidence Iran planned to build nuclear weapons, Russia's Lavrov asks

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov speaks during a press conference in Moscow, February 6, 2026; illustrative.

Russia says it's seeing unprecedented escalation of tensions between US and Iran

Russian Lieutenant General Vladimir Alexeyev speaks after the ceremony of signing contracts between the Russian Defence Ministry and commanders of volunteer units participating in the Russia-Ukraine military conflict, at an unknown location, in this still image from video released on June 14, 2023.

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Russia says 'decisive battle' underway in Syria

Moscow's FM Lavrov warns that any new sanctions would be tantamount to direct support for the rebels.

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Salehi: Iran is ready to host Syria crisis talks

Iranian foreign minister's statement appears to indicate a shift in the Tehran's approach to Assad.

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Salehi: Iran nuclear talks on right track

Speaking with Russian FM, Iranian foreign minister says overall he is optimistic about final outcome of nuclear talks.

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Does anyone really want a deal?

Washington watch: Russian FM got it partially right when said America’s Congress, not president, is blocking compromise on Iran.

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'Ceasefire should coincide with monitors' arrival'

Syrian FM accuses rebels of escalations, says Damascus has withdrawn "some troops from some provinces."

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Syria; violence spills into Lebanon

Most deaths occur in central Homs province, flashpoint region for opposition, gov't battles; several shells hit Lebanese village.

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France: Compromise with Russia on Syria possible

After meeting with Russia's Lavrov, Juppe says France won't accept status quo long term, ready to work on new resolution.

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Homs under assault, Russia unbending on Syria

Pro-Assad militia kills three families, 47 dead overnight in Homs, say activists; Putin warns against intervention.

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Assad's forces kill at least 47 in Homs shelling

A day after parlay with Russian FM in which Syrian president claims to want peace, rockets fired into opposition districts.

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Attacks in Syria's Homs resume after Russian foray

Tanks, soldiers reported pushing deep into Homs, where over 100 people have been killed in military bombardments in recent days.

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