War on Iran could blow up entire region, Lavrov warns

TEHRAN - Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has warned the Middle East is like a powder keg waiting for a chain reaction, and a war between the U.S. and Iran could trigger it.

Lavrov says Trump’s remarks against Iran are ‘deeply concerning’

TEHRAN - Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Monday that US President Donald Trump's incendiary remarks against Iran in support of violent protestors are “deeply concerning”.

Russia says Tehran showing 'maximum restraint' despite western provocations

TEHRAN – Sergey Lavrov, in an interview with Russian media, said that Iran has shown the highest level of restraint and readiness for dialogue in response to all Western provocations.

Europe’s restoration of Iran sanctions ‘disgrace for diplomacy’: Russian FM

TEHRAN – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says the reinstatement of illegal sanctions against Iran by Europe amounts to a “disgrace for diplomacy.”

Iranian, Russian FMs hold phone talks on regional, international issues

TEHRAN – Iranian and Russian foreign ministers held a phone conversation to discuss a range of bilateral, regional, and international matters, highlighting the continued close strategic ties between the two countries.

Russian FM says no limits for military cooperation with Iran

TEHRAN – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says the sky is the limit when it comes to military and technical cooperation with Iran, adding Russia is currently meeting Iran’s needs.

Russia rejects UN-backed sanctions on Iran, says arms supplies will continue legally

TEHRAN – Russia has dismissed the United Nations’ recent decision to reinstate sanctions on Iran, declaring that Moscow does not recognize the move and will continue its legally approved military cooperation with Tehran.

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)."

Tehran, Moscow working toward full visa waiver, Lavrov says

TEHRAN - Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced that Iran and Russia are actively working toward abolishing visa requirements between the two countries, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties and boosting tourism.

Tehran’s consultations with Moscow ongoing across all sectors: FM Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has highlighted the extensive and continuous consultations between Iran and Russia, stating that cooperation extends beyond bilateral relations to include regional and international affairs.

Russian FM Lavrov to visit Tehran in coming days

TEHRAN – Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is set to travel to Tehran in the coming days for crucial talks covering bilateral, regional, and international concerns, according to Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson.

US, Russia agree to start push towards peace in Ukraine

The United States and Russia agreed on Tuesday to address "irritants" to the U.S.-Russia relationship and begin working on a path to end Russia's war in Ukraine, the State Department said, making clear the effort was in its early stages, Reuters reported.

Lavrov says ‘no reason’ to invite European leaders to Ukraine Talks

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Monday that he saw “no reason” for European leaders to take part in negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine and accused Brussels of wanting to prolong the conflict, The Moscow Times reported.

Tehran, Moscow set to explore new avenues in upcoming strategic agreement: Lavrov

TEHRAN – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has announced that a forthcoming strategic cooperation agreement between Iran and Russia is poised to open new avenues for the expansion of bilateral partnerships in various areas, including defense and security.

Iran, Russia reaffirm support for Syrian sovereignty in diplomatic call

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov held a telephone conversation on Saturday to discuss pressing regional and international issues, with a particular focus on the ongoing situation in Syria.

Any Israeli attack on Iran’s nuclear sites will dangerously escalate tensions, warns Lavrov

TEHRAN – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has cautioned that any Israeli attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities would be viewed as a "serious provocation."

Lavrov: BRICS countries to produce 37% of global output by 2028

Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergey Lavrov spoke on September 25, 2024, during the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting on the 79th UN General Assembly session in New York.

BRICS media summit opens in Moscow 

Lavrov says 30 countries seeking to join BRICS

MOSCOW- The BRICS media summit opened in Moscow on Saturday morning. The media summit is hosted by Russia’s TASS news agency.

Lavrov invites Iranian FM to Russia

TEHRAN – Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has invited new Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to visit Moscow, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova announced on Wednesday.

Russia ready to enhance cooperation with Iran across all sectors: Envoy

TEHRAN – Russia is looking forward to continued and growing cooperation with Iran under its new administration, according to Alexey Dedov, the Russian Ambassador to Iran.

Lavrov: Election campaign in U.S. a pitiful sight

The course of the election campaign in the United States is a pitiful sight, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said.

Moscow committed to finalizing cooperation agreement with Iran: Lavrov

TEHRAN – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says Moscow is steadfast in its commitment to finalize a comprehensive long-term cooperation agreement with Iran.

Lavrov: Moscow won’t tolerate threat

The Russian foreign minister has said talks in the West about allowing Kiev to conduct strikes with US weapons on Russia reflect desperation and understanding that they will not achieve their goals by the "usual honest means".

Iran acting FM discusses bilateral relations with Lavrov

TEHRAN - Ali Bagheri Kani, the acting Foreign Minister of Iran, and Sergei Lavrov, the Russian Foreign Minister, held a phone call on Saturday, discussing the strengthening of cooperations.

Lavrov: Russia ready for Ukraine talks, but not with Zelensky

Russia’s signals that it is ready to negotiate on Ukraine are "not just for show," but talks with Vladimir Zelensky are off the table, as they would lead nowhere, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told Russian media.

Russia: Switzerland's Ukraine conference 'road to nowhere'

Holding a conference on Ukraine in Switzerland is a "road to nowhere," as Moscow does not see that the West is sincerely ready to engage in fair negotiations, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said.

Lavrov restates Moscow respect for Iran territorial integrity

TEHRAN- Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov had on Monday a telephone conversation with his Iranian counterpart, Hossein Amir Abdollahian, in which he reiterated Moscow’s respect for Iran’s territorial integrity.