Russia and Iran Coordinate Ahead of IAEA Meeting in Call Reaffirming Strategic Pact

Overview

• Sergey Lavrov and Abbas Araghchi discussed regional developments and the UN Security Council’s handling of the Palestinian–Israeli issue, with Araghchi rejecting a proposed international trusteeship over Gaza as contrary to self-determination.
• Both sides cited efforts by France, the United Kingdom, and Germany to advance anti-Iran measures at the IAEA Board of Governors and discussed their response.
• The ministers emphasized continued nuclear consultations with China ahead of the upcoming IAEA Board meeting.
• They reaffirmed an unconditional commitment to implement the Russia–Iran Comprehensive Strategic Partnership that took effect on October 2.
• They welcomed a Qatar- and Turkey-mediated ceasefire between Kabul and Islamabad and urged continued political dialogue to resolve tensions.