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Putin and Ahmadinejad discuss nuclear diplomacy in Shanghai
đź“… 15 June 2006Putin and Ahmadinejad met during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit, discussing bilateral ties, the six-country nuclear offer and regional cooperation.
Putin attends Tehran’s Caspian summit
📅 16 October 2007Vladimir Putin visited Tehran for the second Caspian summit, discussing regional security and the sea’s legal framework alongside Iran and the other littoral states.
Medvedev and Ahmadinejad meet in Yekaterinburg
đź“… 16 June 2009Russian president Dmitry Medvedev met Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation gathering in Yekaterinburg, maintaining high-level bilateral contact.
Medvedev signs decree banning S-300 transfers to Iran
📅 22 September 2010Dmitry Medvedev signed decree 1154 restricting military transfers to Iran, explicitly including S-300 air-defence systems, creating a major obstacle to Tehran’s defence procurement.
Iran joins Russia and Kazakhstan in Astana discussions
📅 15 June 2011The presidents of Iran, Russia and Kazakhstan met in Astana during the SCO gathering, discussing Iran’s nuclear programme and regional cooperation.
Rouhani and Putin meet in Bishkek
📅 13 September 2013Iranian president Hassan Rouhani met Vladimir Putin in Bishkek during the SCO summit, renewing leadership-level contact after Iran’s presidential transition.
Putin meets Iran’s supreme leader in Tehran
đź“… 23 November 2015Vladimir Putin met Ali Khamenei in Tehran during a visit that also included talks with Hassan Rouhani, strengthening leadership contact amid nuclear and Syrian cooperation.
Iran, Russia and Azerbaijan hold first trilateral summit
đź“… 8 August 2016Hassan Rouhani, Vladimir Putin and Ilham Aliyev met in Baku for their first trilateral summit, promoting regional cooperation and transport links.
Rouhani and Putin advance cooperation during Moscow visit
đź“… 28 March 2017Hassan Rouhani and Vladimir Putin held talks in Moscow and issued a joint statement advancing nuclear, economic and regional cooperation, alongside agreements signed during the visit.
Tehran hosts second Iran–Russia–Azerbaijan summit
đź“… 1 November 2017Iran hosted the second trilateral summit with Russia and Azerbaijan in Tehran, continuing the regional dialogue begun in Baku and discussions of practical cooperation.
Iran, Russia and Turkey hold Sochi summit on Syria
đź“… 22 November 2017Rouhani, Putin and Recep Tayyip Erdogan met in Sochi and issued a joint statement on Syria, linking their Astana cooperation to efforts toward a political process.
Rouhani and Putin meet in Qingdao after US nuclear withdrawal
đź“… 9 June 2018Hassan Rouhani and Vladimir Putin met during the SCO summit in Qingdao, maintaining presidential dialogue after the United States withdrew from the Iran nuclear agreement.
Tehran summit continues Iran–Russia–Turkey dialogue on Syria
đź“… 7 September 2018Rouhani, Putin and Erdogan met in Tehran and issued a joint statement on Syria, continuing coordination through the Astana format and discussing the political process.
Sochi summit renews trilateral coordination on Syria
đź“… 14 February 2019Rouhani, Putin and Erdogan held a Syria summit in Sochi, agreeing to continue trilateral coordination and efforts toward a political process.
Ankara summit links Astana cooperation to Syrian political process
đź“… 16 September 2019The presidents of Iran, Russia and Turkey met in Ankara and issued a joint statement on Syria, continuing their Astana cooperation and efforts toward a constitutional process.
Iran, Russia and Turkey hold virtual Syria summit
đź“… 1 July 2020Rouhani, Putin and Erdogan held a video summit on Syria, renewing trilateral coordination and support for a political process during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Raisi and Putin meet in Moscow on cooperation and nuclear diplomacy
đź“… 19 January 2022Ebrahim Raisi met Vladimir Putin in Moscow, discussing bilateral cooperation, regional affairs and implementation of the Iran nuclear agreement.
Putin meets Raisi in Tehran during regional summit visit
📅 19 July 2022Putin met Raisi in Tehran during a visit that also included consultations with Iran’s supreme leader and a trilateral summit on Syria with Turkey.
Raisi and Putin hold talks in Moscow
đź“… 7 December 2023Raisi met Putin in Moscow to discuss bilateral cooperation and regional developments, continuing high-level dialogue as trade and political relations expanded.
Raisi and Putin discuss cooperation in a presidential phone call
đź“… 19 March 2024Raisi congratulated Putin on his re-election during a telephone conversation. The presidents discussed further coordination through the SCO and BRICS.
Putin and Raisi discuss regional tensions and Gaza ceasefire
đź“… 16 April 2024Putin and Raisi spoke by telephone about heightened Middle East tensions and affirmed support for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and a political settlement of the crisis.
Putin speaks with acting Iranian president after Raisi’s death
📅 20 May 2024Putin spoke with acting president Mohammad Mokhber after Raisi’s death in a helicopter crash. Both sides expressed a desire to continue strengthening bilateral cooperation.
Putin congratulates Pezeshkian on election as Iranian president
📅 6 July 2024Putin congratulated Masoud Pezeshkian on his election as Iran’s president and expressed support for further bilateral cooperation.
Putin and Pezeshkian meet in Ashgabat
đź“… 11 October 2024Putin and Pezeshkian held talks in Ashgabat during an international forum, maintaining presidential dialogue on bilateral relations and regional developments.
Putin and Pezeshkian hold bilateral talks at Kazan BRICS summit
đź“… 23 October 2024Putin and Pezeshkian met in Kazan during the BRICS summit, discussing cooperation and work toward a comprehensive strategic partnership treaty.
Pezeshkian and Putin discuss Syria crisis by telephone
đź“… 2 December 2024Pezeshkian and Putin discussed escalating fighting in Syria, expressing support for the Syrian authorities and coordination through the Astana format involving Turkey.
Putin receives Araghchi at the Kremlin
đź“… 17 April 2025Vladimir Putin received Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi at the Kremlin during the minister's visit to Moscow.
Putin signs Russian treaty ratification law
đź“… 21 April 2025Vladimir Putin signed the federal law ratifying the comprehensive strategic partnership treaty between Russia and Iran.
Presidents discuss projects and nuclear talks by phone
đź“… 6 May 2025Pezeshkian and Putin discussed bilateral projects and the strategic treaty. Iran thanked Russia for port firefighting aid, while Putin offered technical help for nuclear negotiations.
Putin speaks with Pezeshkian after Israeli attacks
đź“… 13 June 2025Putin spoke with Pezeshkian after Israel's attacks on Iran. The Kremlin reported condolences and support for resolving nuclear questions through diplomacy.
Kremlin spokesperson describes limits of treaty support
đź“… 19 June 2025Dmitry Peskov said Russia supported Iran but that the strategic partnership treaty did not envisage military support, according to his interview reported by Interfax.
Putin and Xi discuss the Iran-Israel conflict
đź“… 19 June 2025Putin and Xi Jinping discussed the Iran-Israel conflict by phone. China's readout described their support for de-escalation and a negotiated nuclear settlement.
Putin addresses security of Russian staff at Bushehr
đź“… 20 June 2025At the St Petersburg economic forum, Putin discussed Russian specialists working at Iran's Bushehr nuclear site and efforts to secure their safety amid the conflict.
Araghchi meets Putin during the military crisis
đź“… 23 June 2025Araghchi met Putin at the Kremlin after US attacks on Iranian nuclear sites. Putin condemned the attacks and expressed support for the Iranian people.
Putin briefs Pezeshkian on the Alaska summit
📅 25 August 2025Vladimir Putin spoke by phone with Masoud Pezeshkian and briefed him on the Russia–United States summit in Alaska. The Kremlin readout also recorded discussion of bilateral cooperation, Iran’s nuclear...
Larijani carries a message from Khamenei to Putin
đź“… 16 October 2025Iranian Supreme National Security Council secretary Ali Larijani met Vladimir Putin in Moscow and conveyed a message from Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The two discussed bilateral relations and...
Putin and Pezeshkian meet in Ashgabat
đź“… 12 December 2025Putin and Pezeshkian met on the sidelines of the International Forum for Peace and Trust in Ashgabat. They discussed bilateral cooperation and regional issues, with both governments presenting the...
Presidents review energy, transport and nuclear cooperation
📅 30 December 2025In a telephone conversation, Putin and Pezeshkian discussed practical cooperation, including energy and transport infrastructure, as well as Iran’s nuclear programme. The readout records topics...
Putin offers diplomatic mediation in a call with Pezeshkian
📅 16 January 2026Putin and Pezeshkian discussed Iran’s domestic situation and regional tensions. The Kremlin said Putin favoured de-escalation and political-diplomatic means and reaffirmed support for the strategic...
Putin sends condolences after Khamenei’s death
📅 1 March 2026Putin sent condolences to Pezeshkian following the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The Kremlin message praised Khamenei’s contribution to Russia–Iran relations and described his killing...
Putin and Pezeshkian call for an end to hostilities
đź“… 6 March 2026During a further call, Putin repeated condolences and called for an immediate cessation of hostilities and a return to diplomacy. Pezeshkian thanked Russia for its political support. The Kremlin...
Putin sends Nowruz greetings to Iran’s leaders
đź“… 21 March 2026Putin sent Nowruz greetings to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and President Pezeshkian, calling Russia a loyal friend and reliable partner. The message reaffirmed public political support during...
Pezeshkian briefs Putin on Islamabad talks
📅 12 April 2026Pezeshkian gave Putin his assessment of the Iran–US talks held in Islamabad on 11 April and thanked Russia for humanitarian assistance. Putin said Russia would continue diplomatic contacts and...
Araghchi meets Putin in St Petersburg
📅 27 April 2026Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Putin in St Petersburg during the war. Putin publicly reaffirmed Russia’s support for Iran and said Moscow remained ready to help seek a diplomatic...
Putin and Pezeshkian meet at the SCO summit in Bishkek
📅 1 September 2026Putin and Pezeshkian held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit. They discussed Russian–Iranian cooperation and the regional conflict. The meeting showed...
Pezeshkian and Putin reaffirm strategic cooperation by phone
đź“… 7 October 2026Pezeshkian called Putin on his birthday. The Iranian presidency said they discussed regional developments and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening strategic cooperation. Putin expressed...
Putin and Pezeshkian discuss conflict diplomacy in Avaza
📅 8 October 2026Putin and Pezeshkian met in Avaza, Turkmenistan, before the CIS summit. They reviewed bilateral cooperation and the Iran–US conflict. Putin offered to do what Russia could to help end the war;...
Iran, Russia and Azerbaijan discuss trilateral cooperation
📅 9 October 2026Pezeshkian, Putin and Aliyev met alongside the CIS and Caspian summits in Turkmenistan. Iran’s readout says they discussed trade, regional coordination and shared capacities. It reports discussion,...
Putin relays Iran’s position to Trump after Pezeshkian coordination
📅 9 October 2026Peskov said Putin relayed Iran’s view on a possible settlement to Donald Trump during their 9 October call, coordinating the message with Pezeshkian. The public account does not reveal the...