Pezeshkian and Putin meet in Bishkek; emphasis on countering US unilateralism

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. During the meeting, Pezeshkian expressed gratitude for Russia's position regarding Iran. Both leaders emphasized the necessity for Tehran and Moscow to cooperate in countering what they described as US 'unilateralism.' Vladimir Putin stated that Russia stands in solidarity with the Iranian people in their pursuit of defending national interests. The meeting took place as part of ongoing diplomatic efforts by both nations to strengthen bilateral ties and coordinate on regional issues.