'We can resist US unilateralism': Iran president tells Putin on sidelines of SCO summit

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed gratitude to Vladimir Putin for Russia's support and emphasized joint resistance against U.S. unilateralism during the SCO summit. Putin endorsed a memorandum to strengthen cooperation amid rising tensions with the U.S. and criticized U.S. sanctions and international law violations.

During a recent dialogue, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed gratitude towards Vladimir Putin for Russia's supportive position. He emphasized the need for Iran and Russia to jointly counter the unilateral actions of the United States. Pezeshkian also condemned the U.S. for its sanctions and breaches of international law. Putin, in response, endorsed the memorandum aimed at fostering cooperation between Iran and Russia amidst escalating tensions with the U.S.