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Putin Meets Iran's Security Chief to Discuss Gas Pipelines and Regional Security
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In Short: Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Iran's security chief Mohsen Rezaei in Moscow to discuss strengthening ties and regional security.
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Iran's security chief, Mohsen Rezaei, in Moscow on Thursday to discuss strengthening ties between their two countries, including the construction of gas pipelines from Russia to Iran.
Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, described the meeting as “an extremely important exchange” and highlighted the aim of addressing Iran’s gas shortages while facilitating the sale of Russian gas to neighboring countries.
During the meeting, Putin emphasized the need for regional security mechanisms and the inadmissibility of any interference by external powers in resolving the situation in the Middle East.
Rezaei also noted that discussions were held regarding the construction of gas pipelines from Russia to Iran, which could help address Iran’s gas shortages.
Putin’s foreign policy adviser Yuri Ushakov described the talks as constructive, frank, and useful, though he did not discuss specific outcomes.
The discussions between Putin and Rezaei reflect the ongoing efforts to stabilize regional dynamics and address mutual economic interests.
What this adds
The meeting between Putin and Rezaei did not result in any immediate concrete agreements, as Ushakov did not discuss specific outcomes.
Background
US Vice President JD Vance has sent a letter to Iran's security chief Mohsen Rezaei to restart peace negotiations, at President Trump's direction.
What's confirmed
- Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Iran's security chief, Mohsen Rezaei, in Moscow on Thursday to discuss strengthening ties between their two countries, including the construction of gas pipelines from Russia to Iran.
- Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, described the meeting as “an extremely important exchange” and highlighted the aim of addressing Iran’s gas shortages while facilitating the sale of Russian gas to neighboring countries.
- During the meeting, Putin emphasized the need for regional security mechanisms and the inadmissibility of any interference by external powers in resolving the situation in the Middle East.
- Rezaei also noted that discussions were held regarding the construction of gas pipelines from Russia to Iran, which could help address Iran’s gas shortages.
- Putin’s foreign policy adviser Yuri Ushakov described the talks as constructive, frank, and useful, though he did not discuss specific outcomes.
- The discussions between Putin and Rezaei reflect the ongoing efforts to stabilize regional dynamics and address mutual economic interests.
What's still developing
- Bloomberg reported that sources close to the Kremlin said Putin is ready to end the war only on his own terms, with Moscow's demands hardening.
- Zelenskiy published a video of meeting the two in central Kyiv, saying: “Talks have begun.” Witkoff and Kushner have visited Moscow eight times, but had never held talks in Kyiv until now.