Russian Foreign Ministry: The agreement between Russia and Tehran does not provide for mutual military assistance

The comprehensive strategic partnership agreement signed between Russia and Iran does not suggest mutual military assistance, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko said.

“I would like to note that the signing of the agreement does not mean the creation of a military alliance with Iran and does not provide for mutual military assistance,” Rudenko said during a discussion in the State Duma regarding the ratification of the comprehensive strategic partnership agreement between Russia and Iran.

At the same time, Rudenko highlighted that the document contains Article 3, which addresses the non-provision of military assistance to an aggressor in the event of an attack on Russia or Iran, as well as the facilitation of dispute resolution based on the U.N. Charter and other norms of international law.

“A separate article is dedicated to countering unilateral coercive measures. The parties clearly define these as illegal and unfriendly actions and commit to coordinating efforts to eliminate the detrimental practice of such measures in international relations,” the deputy minister noted.

He noted that the agreement was signed for a term of 20 years, with the possibility of automatic extension for five years.

The agreement was signed on Jan. 17, 2025, during the Iranian president’s visit to Moscow. According to the document, the parties aim to deepen and expand relations in all areas of mutual interest, strengthen cooperation in security and defense, and closely coordinate activities at regional and global levels, which corresponds to a long-term, comprehensive, and strategic partnership.