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Lavrov explains reciprocal approach to Iran nuclear dispute
📅 13 July 2011At a Washington press conference, Sergei Lavrov discussed a step-by-step approach linking Iranian responses to nuclear concerns with reciprocal easing of pressure.
Salehi and Lavrov discuss renewed negotiations in Moscow
📅 17 August 2011Iranian foreign minister Ali Akbar Salehi met Sergei Lavrov in Moscow, discussing ideas for restarting negotiations over Iran’s nuclear programme.
Lavrov and Zarif discuss nuclear cooperation in Tehran
📅 11 December 2013Lavrov and Zarif discussed continued Russian assistance to Iran’s nuclear-energy industry in Tehran; Zarif also reiterated Iran’s expectation that Russia fulfil S-300 supply contracts.
Iran joins Russia in expanded Vienna Syria talks
📅 30 October 2015Iran participated alongside Russia and other powers in Vienna talks on Syria, joining a broader diplomatic forum that agreed principles for a political process.
Iran, Russia and Turkey issue Moscow declaration on Syria
📅 20 December 2016The foreign ministers of Iran, Russia and Turkey issued a joint declaration in Moscow supporting a Syrian political settlement and setting out principles for further cooperation.
Russia rejects US withdrawal from Iran nuclear agreement
📅 8 May 2018After the United States announced withdrawal from the JCPOA, Russia criticised the decision and affirmed continued cooperation with the other participants, supporting Iran’s diplomatic position.
Iranian and Russian ministers pursue Syria committee talks in Geneva
📅 18 December 2018The foreign ministers of Iran, Russia and Turkey met in Geneva over Syria, issuing a joint statement on efforts to establish a constitutional committee with UN facilitation.
Zarif and Lavrov discuss nuclear deal and Syria in Moscow
📅 2 September 2019Zarif and Lavrov held talks in Moscow on bilateral cooperation, the Iran nuclear agreement and Syria, including preparations for another Astana-format presidential summit.
Russia condemns US killing of Qasem Soleimani
📅 3 January 2020Russia’s foreign ministry condemned the US strike that killed Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani in Baghdad, warning that it would increase regional tensions.
Iran and Russia sign declaration on international law
📅 16 June 2020Zarif and Lavrov signed a declaration in Moscow affirming principles of international law and opposing unilateral interventions and extraterritorial application of national law.
Zarif visits Moscow for further bilateral consultations
📅 21 July 2020Zarif met Lavrov in Moscow for further consultations on bilateral relations and international issues, maintaining ministerial contact despite pandemic-related difficulties.
Lavrov affirms cooperation with Iran despite US sanctions threats
📅 24 September 2020After Moscow talks with Zarif, Lavrov said Russia would continue cooperation with Iran despite US sanctions threats, publicly rejecting Washington’s demands.
Lavrov visits Tehran for talks with Zarif
📅 13 April 2021Lavrov met Zarif in Tehran to discuss bilateral cooperation and the nuclear agreement, affirming Russian support for efforts to preserve the JCPOA.
Amir-Abdollahian meets Lavrov in Moscow
📅 6 October 2021Iran’s new foreign minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian met Lavrov in Moscow, discussing wider cooperation, the nuclear deal and regional developments including Afghanistan and the Caucasus.
Lavrov requests US guarantees for Russian cooperation with Iran
📅 5 March 2022Lavrov requested written US guarantees that sanctions imposed on Russia over Ukraine would not obstruct Russian trade, investment and military cooperation with Iran.
Iranian and Russian foreign ministers discuss Ukraine and nuclear talks
📅 7 March 2022Amir-Abdollahian and Lavrov spoke by telephone about bilateral relations, Vienna negotiations and Ukraine. Iran’s minister stated opposition to both war and sanctions.
Moscow talks distinguish nuclear assurances from broader sanctions demands
📅 15 March 2022Amir-Abdollahian met Lavrov in Moscow. Lavrov reported receiving assurances concerning Russian involvement in the Iran nuclear agreement, after earlier requesting wider guarantees.
Lavrov and Amir-Abdollahian hold talks in Tehran
📅 23 June 2022Lavrov and Amir-Abdollahian held talks in Tehran on bilateral cooperation, nuclear diplomacy and regional issues during the Russian minister’s visit to Iran.
Iranian and Russian foreign ministers meet in Moscow
📅 31 August 2022Amir-Abdollahian and Lavrov held talks in Moscow on bilateral relations, nuclear diplomacy and regional matters, continuing consultations between the two governments.
Moscow ministerial talks address trade and transport cooperation
📅 29 March 2023Amir-Abdollahian and Lavrov met in Moscow, discussing bilateral trade, transport cooperation and the Iran nuclear agreement during their joint press conference.
Russia–GCC statement backs peaceful settlement over Gulf islands
📅 10 July 2023Russia and the Gulf Cooperation Council issued a statement supporting UAE efforts toward a negotiated or judicial settlement concerning Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb and Abu Musa.
Russia signals end of observance of expiring UN missile restrictions
📅 17 October 2023Russia said it would no longer need to observe UN restrictions on missile-technology cooperation with Iran once the relevant provisions expired on 18 October.
Iranian and Russian foreign ministers discuss Middle East escalation
📅 14 April 2024Amir-Abdollahian initiated a telephone conversation with Lavrov after Iran’s attack on Israel. The ministers discussed regional escalation and warned against further dangerous actions.
Iran’s acting foreign minister meets Lavrov at BRICS ministerial meeting
📅 10 June 2024Acting foreign minister Ali Bagheri Kani met Lavrov in Nizhny Novgorod on the sidelines of the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting, maintaining dialogue during Iran’s leadership transition.
Iranian and Russian foreign ministers consult on Syria escalation
📅 30 November 2024Araghchi and Lavrov spoke by telephone about escalating fighting in Syria and discussed intensifying joint efforts through the Astana format.
Iran and Russia join Doha ministerial statement on Syria
📅 7 December 2024Iran and Russia joined Arab states and Turkey in a Doha ministerial statement calling for an end to military operations in Syria, humanitarian access and a political process under UN resolution 2254.
Iranian and Russian diplomats hold consultations on regional conflicts in Moscow
📅 11 November 2026Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Mehdi Shoushtari and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko held consultations in Moscow on Middle East and North African developments, including Palestine...