Iranian and Russian Foreign Ministers Meet in New York
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi, who is in New York for the UN General Assembly, met with his Russian counterpart Lavrov to discuss bilateral relations and regional issues.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met in New York on the occasion of the 81st UN General Assembly to discuss comprehensive cooperation and recent developments in the region.
Bilateral Contacts in New York
According to a written statement from the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Araghchi and Lavrov met in New York where they were attending the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. Relations between the two countries were discussed during the meeting.
Areas of Cooperation and Regional Issues
The meeting addressed the current state of bilateral cooperation between Iran and Russia in the political, economic, trade, transportation, and energy sectors, coordination at the level of international organizations, as well as developments in the region.
Strait of Hormuz and US Process
Araghchi briefed his Russian counterpart on the status of negotiations between Iran and Oman regarding the establishment of a secure shipping lane in the Strait of Hormuz, and efforts by mediators to convey the necessary conditions for returning to a diplomatic process with the US.
Emphasis on National Security
Araghchi stated that the current insecurity in the Strait of Hormuz stems from the US failing to keep its word and emphasized his country's determination to protect its national security.
Emphasis on International Law
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov drew attention to the importance of all countries abiding by international law and the principles of the UN Charter.