By Palestine Chronicle Staff
Iran’s foreign minister arrives in Russia for talks with Putin following regional tour amid war developments and stalled negotiations.
Key Developments
- Araqchi arrives in St. Petersburg for talks with Vladimir Putin on war developments and regional coordination.
- Iran says earlier Islamabad talks failed due to US “excessive demands” and shifting positions.
- Tehran stresses securing its rights after 40 days of war and maintaining national interests.
Araqchi in Russia for High-Level Consultations
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in St. Petersburg on Monday to hold high-level consultations with Russian officials, including a scheduled meeting with Vladimir Putin, as part of an ongoing diplomatic tour.
Speaking upon arrival, Araqchi said the visit aims to “continue close consultations between Tehran and Moscow on regional and international issues,” Press TV reported.
He added that the talks would provide an opportunity to review the latest developments in the war and strengthen bilateral coordination.
Iran’s foreign minister also noted that recent US-Israeli military actions had disrupted regular diplomatic engagement with Russia, making the current round of consultations particularly significant.
Pakistan Talks ‘Failed’ over US Demands
According to Press TV, Araqchi pointed to his recent visit to Islamabad, where Iran engaged in consultations with Pakistani officials acting as mediators in indirect talks with Washington.
He said that earlier negotiations “despite some progress, did not achieve their goals,” attributing the breakdown to what he described as American “excessive demands” and “wrong policies.”
“We must secure the rights of the Iranian people after 40 days of resistance and protect the country’s interests,” Araqchi stated, emphasizing that Tehran’s conditions remain central to any future diplomatic process.
Oman Consultations Focus on Hormuz
During his stop in Muscat, Araqchi held talks with senior Omani officials focusing on the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
He stressed that as two coastal states, Iran and Oman must coordinate closely on maritime security, particularly as the strait has become a focal point of global concern amid escalating tensions.
Al Mayadeen reported that Araqchi confirmed that both sides reached a broad understanding and agreed to continue consultations at the expert level to safeguard navigation and shared interests.
The visit to Russia marks the latest stage in an intensive diplomatic effort to consolidate regional coordination following weeks of conflict.
Tehran maintains that any future negotiations must address core issues, including guarantees against further military action and respect for Iran’s sovereignty, while ongoing consultations with regional and international partners aim to shape the next phase of the crisis.
(Press TV, Al Mayadeen, PC)
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