Iran Denies Receiving Russian Military Aid Amid Ongoing Conflict
In an interview with the Russian newspaper Vedomosti, Jalali asserted that even Western powers have now acknowledged the claims of Russian military aid to Iran are unfounded. He clarified that any existing agreements with Russian counterparts were signed long before the current hostilities and bear no connection to the ongoing situation.
New Legal Framework for the Strait of Hormuz Addressing the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Ambassador Jalali revealed that a new legal framework is now governing the waterway, under which Iran is ensuring maritime security. "Vessels and ships may navigate based on security protocols and the legal regime of the Strait of Hormuz," he stated. However, the Ambassador declined to provide specific details regarding transit fees, noting that the Iranian Parliament is currently exploring various legal options and alternatives to resolve the fee structure.
Resilience of Strategic Projects Regarding broader ties with Moscow, Jalali emphasized that both nations maintain close consultations at the highest levels. He claimed that the conflict has only caused slight delays to major joint infrastructure projects—such as the Rasht-Astara railway and nuclear cooperation initiatives—rather than halting them entirely.
Political analysts view these statements as a strategic message to NATO and Western nations, signaling that despite international pressure, the strategic and economic partnership between Russia and Iran remains firm.
