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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

Russian and Iranian Foreign Ministers Hold Bilateral Talks on UNGA81 Sidelines

Sep 25, 2026 05:04 AM CT New York, United States diplomacy, russia, iran, unga, bilateral-talks, regional-alliance

Summary

The Foreign Ministers of Russia and Iran met on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly. This bilateral engagement signals continued diplomatic coordination between Moscow and Tehran, likely focusing on regional security, sanctions evasion, or joint positions on the Israel-Iran conflict. Such meetings reinforce the strategic alignment between the two states in the face of Western pressure.

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Russia, Iran FMs Meet on UNGA81 Sidelines    Al Arabiya English

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Russia NEUTRAL

Engaged in bilateral talks with Iran on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.

Iran NEUTRAL

Engaged in bilateral talks with Russia on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.

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