Russia, Iran to back each other ‘under any circumstances’, defence minister says

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Russia's defense minister, Andrei Belousov, stated on April 28, 2026, that Moscow and Iran will support each other unconditionally. This declaration was made during talks with Iranian defense official Reza Talaei-Nik, reflecting deepening cooperation between the two nations amidst calls for a diplomatic resolution to the conflict.

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Russia’s defence minister Andrei Belousov said Moscow and Iran would continue to support each other “under any circumstances” during talks with Iranian defence official Reza Talaei-Nik, according to Press TV. The remarks come amid deepening cooperation between Russia and Iran as both countries call for a diplomatic resolution to the conflict.

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