TEHRAN March 26, 2026 – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has publicly expressed deep gratitude to Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Russian people for their backing during the current regional conflict.
In a statement that underscores the strengthening Iran-Russia partnership, President Pezeshkian declared: “The support of President Putin and Russian people inspire us in this war.” He added, “On behalf of the people of Iran, I thank the government and people of Russia.”
The remarks were widely circulated on social media by BRICS News and others, accompanied by an archival photo of the two leaders shaking hands during a previous bilateral meeting.
The statement comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, where Iran has faced direct confrontations involving Israeli and U.S. interests. Russia has been reported to offer humanitarian assistance, intelligence support, and strategic solidarity to Tehran as the conflict escalates.
Analysts view the comments as a clear signal of deepening strategic alignment between Moscow and Tehran, reflecting broader shifts toward multipolar alliances in global geopolitics. No immediate response has been issued from the Kremlin, but the exchange highlights the growing interdependence between the two nations facing Western pressures.
This development follows earlier diplomatic engagements between the leaders, where similar expressions of mutual support were noted.
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