By Maryana Ahmadova

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BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 3. The Comprehensive
Strategic Partnership Treaty between Iran and Russia officially
entered into force on October 2, 2025, the Iranian Ministry of
Foreign Affairs announced, Trend reports.

The treaty was originally signed in Moscow on January 16, 2025,
by the presidents of the two countries.

According to the Ministry, the agreement reflects the
determination of Tehran and Moscow to deepen relations and expand
cooperation “on the basis of mutual respect, good-neighborliness,
and the shared higher interests of the two nations.”

The document outlines a framework for strengthening ties in a
wide range of areas, including diplomacy, trade, investment,
energy, science and technology, culture, and defense. It is
described as a turning point in the history of bilateral relations,
designed to elevate partnership across multiple sectors.

The treaty also emphasizes cooperation in safeguarding
international peace and security, with Iran and Russia pledging to
uphold the principles of the UN Charter. The two countries
reaffirmed their commitment to multilateralism and closer
coordination within organizations such as BRICS and the Shanghai
Cooperation Organization (SCO).