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Shoygu Calls Iran’s Security Chief, Offers Condolences and Signals Readiness to Deepen Ties

The conversation was disclosed in a brief statement via RIA Novosti that did not specify the incident behind the reported casualties.

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Overview

  • Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoygu spoke by phone with Ali Larijani, his Iranian counterpart, on Monday, January 12, 2026.
  • Shoygu conveyed condolences over what the Russian statement described as numerous victims.
  • The Russian Security Council press service provided the account of the call, which RIA Novosti published.
  • Shoygu stated Russia’s readiness to develop bilateral cooperation with Iran.
  • He referenced the January 17, 2025 Comprehensive Strategic Partnership treaty as the basis for advancing ties, and no further details on the casualties were released.