Iran and Russia reiterate Tehran’s right to uranium enrichment during presidential phonecall 

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian has lauded Russia's firm backing of Iran's legitimate right to uranium enrichment while reaffirming the Islamic Republic's unwavering commitment to never pursuing nuclear weapons, a stance rooted in its core principles and defense strategy. 

WSJ: Pentagon restricts Ukraine's use of US missiles against Russia

The Pentagon has been quietly blocking Ukraine from using U.S.-made long-range Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) to strike targets inside Russia, limiting Kyiv's ability to employ these weapons in its defense against Moscow's invasion, the Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday, citing U.S. officials.

Ukraine drone hits Russian nuclear plant, sparks huge fire at Novatek's Ust-Luga terminal

Ukraine launched a drone attack on Russia on Sunday, forcing a sharp fall in the capacity of a reactor at one of Russia's biggest nuclear power plants and sparking a huge blaze at the major Ust-Luga fuel export terminal, Russian officials said, Reuters reported.

Foreign interventions in region lead to instability, VP tells Russian official

TEHRAN – Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref has stressed that countries in the Caucasus and Central Asia must resolve their own disputes without outside intervention, warning that foreign involvement undermines regional stability.

Red crescent societies approve of IRCS call to address crisis in Gaza

TEHRAN – Red crescent societies of Russia, Norway, Albania, Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Qatar have supported the Iranian Red Crescent Society’s call for taking immediate actions to help address the catastrophic human crisis in Gaza.

Tsunami waves recorded across entire Pacific after massive quake off Russia

An 8.8-magnitude earthquake, followed by powerful aftershocks, struck off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday, triggering tsunami alerts and evacuation orders across several Pacific coastal regions.

Moscow hosts top Iranian defense official for military cooperation talks

TEHRAN – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh met his Russian counterpart, Andrey Belousov, in Moscow on Monday for discussions centered on enhancing bilateral military and defense cooperation.

Iran, Russia launch joint Caspian Sea search and rescue drill

TEHRAN — A large-scale joint maritime search and rescue exercise, CASAREX 2025, kicked off on Monday in the Caspian Sea with the participation of naval forces from the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation.

Iran, Russia to launch joint naval search and rescue drill in Caspian Sea

TEHRAN — Iran is set to host a three-day multinational naval search and rescue exercise, CASAREX 2025, in the Caspian Sea beginning tomorrow.

Senior adviser to Iranian Leader meets Putin in Moscow: Kremlin

TEHRAN – Ali Larijani, senior adviser to Iran’s Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, held talks on nuclear affairs with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Sunday, according to the Kremlin.

'A smear campaign': Moscow says it has not urged Iran to abandon uranium enrichment

TEHRAN – The Russian Foreign Ministry has categorically denied reports suggesting that Moscow pressured Tehran to accept a nuclear agreement based on “zero enrichment,” calling the allegations part of a “politically motivated smear campaign.”

Iran’s envoy to Russia: Tehran’s nuclear rights non-negotiable

TEHRAN – In an interview with Russian media, Iranian Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali stated that recent U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities have solidified the country’s resolve to maintain and develop its nuclear program. 

Russia’s Lavrov denounces US strikes on Iran as brazen NPT violation

TEHRAN – Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov condemned recent U.S. military strikes against Iran during his address at the East Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Thursday, labeling the attacks a "violation of international law and the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT)."

Spanish PM accuses EU of ‘double standards’

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has accused the EU of double standards, noting that the bloc imposed sweeping sanctions on Russia over the Ukraine conflict but has failed to take similar action against Israel for its war in Gaza.

Defence Minister says Russia supports Iran after airstrikes on US base in Qatar 

TEHRAN – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh and his Russian counterpart affirmed their nations’ strategic alignment against "aggressors" during a phone call Monday night, vowing coordinated action to punish those responsible for recent attacks on Iranian sovereignty. 

Russia says Trump has opened ‘Pandora's box’ by attacking Iranian nuclear sites

TEHRAN - Russia says U.S. President Donald Trump has opened a Pandora's box with its attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities and gambling with the "safety and well-being of humanity as a whole."

With Araghchi in Moscow, Iran and Russia forge united front against US-Israeli warmongering

TEHRAN - As Iran grapples with unwarranted and illegal attacks from both Israel and the United States, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi underscored the vital coordination between Tehran and Moscow on critical regional and nuclear matters.

Istanbul deal promises 'fulfilled': Kremlin

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday that Russia has fully met its obligations under the agreements reached with Ukraine in Istanbul, Anadolu Agency reported.

IAEA Board to hold extraordinary session on June 16 at Russia's request

TEHRAN - An extraordinary session of the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in connection with the Israeli strikes on Iran will be held on June 16 at Russia's request, Russia's Permanent Representative at International Organizations in Vienna, Mikhail Ulyanov, said, according to TASS.

Iran, Chile friendly match confirmed

.TEHRAN – The Iran national football team are set to play a friendly match against Chile

Guardian Council approves strategic partnership treaty with Russia

TEHRAN – Iran's Guardian Council, the body responsible for ensuring laws align with the country’s principles and the constitution, has officially approved the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty between Iran and Russia. 

By Mohamed Saad Kamil, Editor-in-Chief/With Sabah Al-Makki, Assistant Editor

Wagner’s Shadow and Russia’s Strategic Reach: Inside Sudan’s New Alliance

An exclusive Brown Land News interview and investigation. Top Russian analysts and Sudanese officials speak candidly about military cooperation, economic ties, the legacy of the Wagner Group, and the postponed naval base on the Red Sea—unveiling a rising alliance shaped by war, sovereignty, and shifting global power dynamics.