Russian Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev said today that Russia is interested in prolonged partnership with Iran and bilateral cooperation in the sphere of defense, RIA Novosti reports.
Patrushev arrived in Tehran on Monday for a two-day visit at the invitation of the Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Saeed Jalili, Iranian news agency Press TV reported.
At their first meeting on Monday, Jalili and Patrushev discussed ways to improve Tehran-Moscow relations in all areas.
The two officials also talked about regional and international developments, as well as Moscow's "step-by-step" proposal on Iran's nuclear program.
During their Tuesday meeting, Jalili and Patrushev discussed economic ties, energy and nuclear cooperation, a joint front against terrorism and drug trafficking and the legal status of the Caspian Sea.
They also called for direct interaction between Iran and Russia to boost regional security.
Iran and Russia to cooperate in the sphere of defence
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