Lavrov Arrives in Tehran, where he discussed with his Iranian counterpart, Araghchi, steps to de-esc

Lavrov Arrives in Tehran, where he discussed with his Iranian counterpart, Araghchi, steps to de-escalate tensions in the Persian Gulf region. The Russian minister was also received by the President of Iran, Raisi.

Key statements by Lavrov at the press conference following the talks in Tehran with the head of the Iranian Foreign Ministry:

- Russia does not intend to abandon agreements with Iran in the economic sphere;
- Russian specialists are gradually returning to the Bushehr nuclear power plant;
- Russia is ready to assist in the conflict between the United States and Iran; it is important to return to the pre-crisis situation in the Strait of Hormuz;
- The Palestinian issue is being "pushed aside"; Russia and Iran advocate for the strict implementation of resolutions;
- Lavrov said that he informed Araghchi about the developments surrounding Ukraine;
- One of the triggers of the crisis in Ukraine is the religious factor;
- Russia is fighting for the rights of Russian-speaking people in territories controlled by Zelensky;
- It would be comfortable for the West if, instead of Christian values, Ukraine were oriented towards the liberal values promoted in Europe;
- Russia, as a major power, wants stability in global markets;
- Russia welcomes the announcement of the formation of the "Mecca Pact";
- Lavrov hopes that Raisi will be able to participate in the forum of gas-exporting countries.

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