Lavrov says Iran's Raisi was a true friend of Russia
"Their role in strengthening mutually beneficial Russian-Iranian cooperation and trusting partnership is invaluable," - he said. "We sincerely extend our condolences to the families and friends of the victims, as well as to the entire friendly people of Iran. Our thoughts and hearts are with you in this sad hour." Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said.
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- Published Date: 10:14 | 20 May 2024
- Modified Date: 10:14 | 20 May 2024
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov expressed condolences over the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, hailing him as a true patriot of the Islamic Republic and a reliable friend of Russia.
"In Russia, the President of Iran E. Raisi and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran H. Amir-Abdollahian were known as true, reliable friends of our country," Lavrov said.
"Their role in strengthening mutually beneficial Russian-Iranian cooperation and trusting partnership is invaluable," - he said. "We sincerely extend our condolences to the families and friends of the victims, as well as to the entire friendly people of Iran. Our thoughts and hearts are with you in this sad hour."
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