Pezeshkian congratulates Putin on birthday, underscores strategic Tehran-Moscow ties

Tehran - BORNA - During the phone call on Wednesday afternoon, Pezeshkian wished the Russian president health and a long life, expressing hopes for the prosperity, growth, and pride of the Russian government and people. Highlighting the favorable and growing trajectory of relations between the two countries, the Iranian president emphasized the need to expand bilateral cooperation across various fields, describing the continuation of this path as beneficial to the mutual interests of both nations.

In response, Putin expressed his gratitude for the warm wishes and conveyed his hopes for peace, prosperity, security, and pride for the Iranian government and nation. Pointing to the ongoing collaboration within the framework of the comprehensive strategic partnership treaty, the Russian president noted that mutual ties continue to be actively pursued and deepened despite the current developments and events unfolding in the region.

Praising the historic and epic resistance of the Iranian people against hostile aggressions, Putin stated that Iran's courage has garnered global attention and admiration. He also referred to efforts by certain countries to mediate and help de-escalate regional tensions, stressing that Russia supports such diplomatic initiatives and assuring his Iranian friends of Moscow's readiness to play a constructive role and assist in this regard.

Concluding the conversation, Putin underscored the importance of sustaining close communication and cooperation between the two capitals, conveying his warm greetings and best wishes to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei.

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