Russia Reaffirms Iran Ties Amid US Threats, Calls American Colleagues 'Unreliable'

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News18•14-01-2026, 19:54
Russia Reaffirms Iran Ties Amid US Threats, Calls American Colleagues 'Unreliable'
- •Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated Moscow will continue cooperation with Iran despite US threats of military action and economic pressure.
- •Lavrov criticized Washington's approach, calling US actions damaging to international stability and accusing them of abandoning principles.
- •He emphasized that Russia would implement bilateral agreements with Tehran, asserting no external power could alter their relationship.
- •Lavrov pointed to US actions against Venezuela and Iran as weakening international law and damaging Washington's credibility.
- •Comments come amid heightened US-Iran tensions, with President Trump warning of 'strong action' and tariffs against nations dealing with Tehran.
Why It Matters: Russia firmly backs Iran, dismissing US threats as unreliable and detrimental to global stability and international law.
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