Both presidents expressed satisfaction with the high level of Russian-Iranian relations. They reaffirmed their intention to further develop bilateral ties in trade, energy, transport and logistics, and environmental protection.
They discussed expanding cooperation in international and regional affairs, including considering Iran’s participation as a full member in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and its interest in joining BRICS activities.
Vladimir Putin expressed condolences to Ebrahim Raisi in connection with the terrorist attack at a religious shrine in Shiraz on August 13.
