Overview
- According to a Kremlin readout, Vladimir Putin conveyed condolences for the assassination of Ayatollah Khamenei and urged an immediate stop to fighting.
- Russia reaffirmed its rejection of using force to resolve disputes involving Iran or the wider Middle East and pressed for a rapid return to diplomacy.
- Putin told Masoud Pezeshkian he remains in contact with Gulf Cooperation Council leaders to help manage regional tensions.
- Both governments agreed to maintain multi‑channel diplomatic and security coordination between Moscow and Tehran.
- Iran’s account said Pezeshkian condemned an unprovoked U.S.-Israeli assault, labeled Khamenei’s killing unlawful, described strikes on U.S. bases as defensive, and asked Russia to back Iran’s rights.