21.03.2026 10:50
As the war in the Middle East enters its third week, a message of open support has come from Russia to Iran. According to a statement released by the Kremlin, Vladimir Putin emphasized in a message sent to Iranian leaders on the occasion of Nowruz that Moscow continues to be a "loyal friend and reliable partner" for Tehran. This message is particularly noteworthy as it comes at a time when the conflicts are shaking regional energy lines and global markets.
While the war that began with the attacks of the US and Israel on Iran, escalating tensions across the region, continues, a notable support message has come from Russia. At a time when the conflicts are shaking global balances, Moscow signaled that it would not step back in its relations with Tehran.
"MOSCOW IS A LOYAL FRIEND FOR TEHRAN"
According to a statement from the Kremlin, Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized in a message sent to Iranian leaders on the occasion of Nowruz that Moscow continues to be "a loyal friend and a reliable partner" for Tehran.
POLITICAL SUPPORT MESSAGE CAUGHT ATTENTION
Putin's message came amid the growing war following the attacks initiated by the US and Israel on February 28, after Iran responded. In a process where the conflicts in the region directly affect energy lines, maritime trade, and global markets, Russia's political support for Iran drew attention.
COOPERATION DEEPENED
As relations between Russia and Iran have been elevated to the level of strategic partnership in recent years, the two countries are conducting close cooperation, especially within the anti-Western bloc. The comprehensive agreement signed in 2025 deepened cooperation in the fields of energy, defense, and trade.
NO MILITARY INTERVENTION BUT...
Despite Moscow's avoidance of direct military intervention during the war process, it is assessed that Russia has provided intelligence and diplomatic support to Iran, which has increased Tehran's resilience.
Putin's emphasis on being a "reliable partner" indicates that Russia will continue to position itself alongside Iran while conflicts persist in the region, and it is also interpreted as Moscow trying to maintain a potential mediator role in the crisis.
US-ISRAEL'S ATTACKS ON IRAN
While negotiations between Tehran and the Washington administrations were ongoing, Israel and the US launched a military attack on Iran on February 28. Iran responded with attacks on targets it identified in several regional countries, including Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Bahrain, where US bases are located, in addition to Israel.
In the US-Israel attacks, Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, along with many high-ranking officials, was killed. According to Iranian officials, the death toll in the US-Israel attacks exceeded 1,348, and the number of injured surpassed 17,000.