The presidents of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation described continuing joint efforts to strengthen security and stability in the region.

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The president also described Tehran-Moscow relations developing and emphasised the need for faster implementation of the agreements between the two countries, adding: "Faster implementation of the agreements and facilitation and development of banking cooperation between Tehran and Moscow will boost relations in all fields".

Referring to the unconstructive actions by some countries against the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Dr Rouhani also said: "Iran is still committed to fulfilling its obligations under the agreement until the other side does so and, in this path, it is necessary to stop the destructive actions of some countries against it".

The president expressed satisfaction with the progress of the peaceful nuclear cooperation between Iran and Russia, saying: "The process of implementation of the agreements and pacts between the two countries is well underway and we hope that the signing of the free trade agreement between Iran and Eurasia results in acceleration of bilateral and regional cooperation".

Dr Rouhani then referred to the dire situation of the Yemeni people and continued bombing and spread of disease in the country, and stressed the need for joint efforts to peacefully resolve the Yemeni crisis and help the countrys refugees.

The president also described Washington and Riyadhs accusing of Iran sending missiles to Yemen as completely propagandistic and unfounded, and stated that the groundwork for these allegations was merely an attempt by the Trump administration to undermine the JCPOA.

The President of Russia emphasised that Moscow was determined to deepen its ties with Tehran in all fields of mutual interest, saying: "Russias major companies are actively engaged in the development of agreements and pacts between Tehran and Moscow, and the process is accelerating".

Vladimir Putin also described the nuclear agreement between Iran and the P5 + 1 and emphasised: "Russia believes that any attempt to undermine this agreement is extremely harmful and dangerous to our region, and we have made our position clear to our counterparts".

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