Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that he is heading to Russia for “important talks” following the US airstrikes. Speaking to reporters, he said, “I’m going to Russia today for critical discussions. Tomorrow I will meet President Putin.” Araghchi emphasized the strong strategic ties between Tehran and Moscow, saying, “We regularly coordinate with each other on regional developments.” He described the upcoming meeting with Putin as “very important,” expressing Iran’s willingness to deepen cooperation with Russia.