Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov that the United States’ unlawful behavior and contradictory positions are inconsistent with diplomatic principles. The conversation took place by phone, according to Iran’s ISNA news agency.

During the call, Araghchi expressed dissatisfaction with the actions of the U.S. administration, saying that American leaders’ positions and conduct violate international norms and diplomatic etiquette. He added that Iran will closely monitor the behavior of other parties and will always make appropriate and necessary decisions to protect its national security and interests.

The report cited Al Jazeera as its source but did not provide further details about any specific outcomes or next steps following the discussion.