Russia and Iran discuss regional developments amid growing tensions, while Ankara and Tehran investigate a deadly shooting along their shared border.
Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks with Iranian security official Mohsen Rezaei as Moscow and Tehran continued diplomatic coordination amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, according to reports by Russian and Iranian media.
The talks reportedly focused on regional and international developments, particularly the situation in the Middle East, as Russia and Iran sought to maintain their strategic cooperation.
The discussions came amid continued uncertainty surrounding Iran's relations with the United States and regional security developments.
Russia rejects reports of tanker diversions
Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin's special envoy Kirill Dmitriev dismissed media reports that Russian tankers traveling to the United States had changed course.
Dmitriev described the reports as "fake news" in a post on X/Twitter, insisting that the vessels were continuing along their planned routes.
The Kremlin also said on Thursday that Russian diesel shipments would reach buyers, rejecting suggestions that the reported developments would disrupt deliveries.
The statements came as Moscow continued to navigate its economic relationship with Washington while maintaining close strategic and diplomatic ties with Tehran.