Tehran, Moscow begin joint preparations for Putin’s official visit to Iran

Tehran and Moscow are actively working together to prepare for an official visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin to the Islamic Republic of Iran, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed.

“The visit of the President of Russia to Iran is part of the long-term plan for the development of relations between our two countries. We are preparing for it and holding consultations with the Russian side regarding the organisation [of the visit], which will take place at an appropriate time,” he stated, Caliber.Az reports, citing Russian media.

According to Araghchi, the visit is being planned with strategic intent and is seen as a key step in deepening the partnership between Iran and Russia. Although no date has been announced, both sides are reportedly in active coordination to finalise the agenda and timing.

The Iranian government had previously indicated its readiness to host the Russian president. Government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani recently confirmed that official preparations are already underway and emphasised that “the Russian leader is expected in Tehran.” 

The upcoming visit follows a significant milestone in bilateral relations reached earlier this year. In January, Presidents Putin and Pezeshkian signed a Treaty on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which is intended to serve as the foundation for long-term cooperation across a broad range of sectors. The agreement envisions robust collaboration between the two countries for the next 20 years, with a focus on political, economic, and technological alignment.

The renewed diplomatic activity comes as Russia continues to position itself as a key partner to countries in the Islamic world. On May 13, President Putin addressed participants of the 16th International Economic Forum “Russia – Islamic World”, held in Kazan, and highlighted Russia’s deepening ties with Muslim-majority nations.

“Despite the complicated international environment, we are successfully expanding our cooperation with Islamic countries,” Putin said. He also underlined the historical depth of these relations: “For centuries, our multiethnic country has been open to broad cooperation with the Islamic world. Today, despite complex international relations, we continue to consistently and effectively develop economic, scientific, educational, humanitarian, and interregional ties.”

The forum, which runs from May 13 to 18, has become a central platform for strengthening international dialogue, especially between Russia and members of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). This year’s gathering in Kazan underscores Moscow’s efforts to consolidate new geopolitical partnerships amid shifting global alignments, and the forthcoming Putin visit to Tehran is expected to be a key part of that broader strategy.

By Tamilla Hasanova