Iranian–Russian Treaty on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

The Iranian–Russian Treaty on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership was a strategic partnership agreement signed on 17 January 2025, by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, is a treaty for the improvement of ties between the two nations. This treaty aims to expand economic cooperation, mitigate the impact of US sanctions, and strengthen military and political partnerships. The agreement is designed to govern relations between Russia and Iran for the next 20 years, covering various areas including defense, counter-terrorism, energy, finance, and culture. The agreement aims to boost trade and economic ties, with bilateral trade having risen by 15.5% to $3.77 billion between January and October 2024.