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Iran Blames US and Israel for Gulf Insecurity as Russia Affirms Strategic Ties
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Moneycontrol•19-10-2026, 22:15
Iran Blames US and Israel for Gulf Insecurity as Russia Affirms Strategic Ties
- •Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi blamed the United States and Israel for insecurity in the Strait of Hormuz during a joint press briefing in Tehran.
- •Araghchi accused Washington of miscalculating Iran's military strength and stated that military action cannot resolve regional conflicts.
- •Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov reaffirmed Moscow's strategic partnership with Tehran and emphasized the need for Lebanon's security and sovereignty.
- •The 20-year strategic partnership agreement between Russia and Iran officially came into force on October 2, 2026, strengthening cooperation in defence, security, and energy.
- •Both ministers discussed regional developments, Ukraine, energy markets, and negotiations between Tehran and Washington amidst ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi blamed the United States and Israel for the insecurity in the Strait of Hormuz, describing the situation as a result of Israeli-American aggression.
The 20-year strategic partnership agreement between Russia and Iran officially came into force on October 2, 2026, following a treaty signed in Moscow in January 2025.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov visited Tehran to reaffirm Moscow's strategic partnership with Iran, discuss regional developments including Lebanon and Ukraine, and address energy market strategies.