Putin Meets Ayatollah Khamenei's aide Larijani Amid Mounting Regional Tensions
At the instruction of the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Ali Larijani presented the Islamic Republic’s views on the current escalation in the Middle East
Russia, PUREWILAYAH.COM - Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Ali Larijani, senior adviser to Iranian Leader Sayyed Ali Khamenei, at the Kremlin on Sunday.
The meeting focused on mounting regional tensions in the Middle East and ongoing developments in Iran’s nuclear program, according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov.
The Russian Foreign Ministry stated that,
at the instruction of the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Ali Larijani presented the Islamic Republic’s views on the current escalation in the Middle East, particularly regarding Iran’s nuclear program.
Larijani reportedly conveyed Tehran’s views on the escalation across the region, alongside updated positions regarding the nuclear file. The encounter underscores continued diplomatic coordination between Moscow and Tehran, amid a backdrop of Western pressure and Middle Eastern instability.
Peskov stated that Russia reiterated its well-known stance in favor of regional stability and political solutions to the Iranian nuclear issue.
Iran and E3 Agree to Resume Nuclear Talks
In a parallel diplomatic track, Iran and the E3 — the United Kingdom, France, and Germany — have agreed in principle to resume stalled nuclear negotiations, according to a source cited by Tasnim News Agency.
The goal: revive dialogue over Iran’s nuclear activities and explore the potential lifting of sanctions.
While the exact timing and venue for the talks remain undecided, an informed source noted that a preliminary understanding has been reached. The upcoming negotiations are expected to take place at the deputy foreign minister level, involving senior diplomats from all parties. (PW)