Diplomatic efforts between Tehran and Washington and Iran-Russia relations were discussed during a phone call between Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Pezeshkian congratulated Putin on his birthday and conveyed his wishes for prosperity and success to the Russian government and people. Saying that relations between Tehran and Moscow were progressing positively, Pezeshkian said strengthening bilateral cooperation in various fields would serve the shared interests of the two countries.
Putin said Iran had continued its cooperation with Russia under the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperation Agreement despite regional developments. He said the Iranian people's resistance in the face of attacks was being closely watched around the world and conveyed his wishes for peace, security and prosperity to Iran.

The Russian president also addressed initiatives by some countries to mediate between Iran and the United States and reduce tensions. Putin stressed that Russia supports these diplomatic efforts and that Moscow is ready to play a role in the process.
Putin underscored the importance of maintaining close communication and cooperation between Tehran and Moscow and sent his greetings and best wishes to Iranian leader Mojtaba Khamenei.