Russia and Iran announce a joint initiative to create a global group against unilateral sanctions, calling them a violation of international law.

Russia and Iran announced a joint initiative to establish a global group against unilateral sanctions, which they label a violation of international law.

The proposal was presented by Foreign Ministers Sergey Lavrov and Abbas Araghchi during a press conference in Moscow, as part of their commitment to strengthening bilateral strategic cooperation.

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Lavrov further highlighted the active cooperation between both countries on strategic projects, such as the Bushehr nuclear power plant, and expressed Russia’s willingness to join mediation efforts if requested by Tehran.

The Russian foreign minister also expressed concern over the Pentagon’s actions in the Caribbean, including “threats of military action and the sinking of civilian vessels,” criticizing the European Union’s lack of reaction to such acts.

For his part, Araghchi emphasized the importance of the International North-South Transport Corridor, a key route to mitigate the effects of unilateral sanctions and strengthen regional connectivity.

He reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to international nuclear agreements, without renouncing its sovereign rights, and warned that the U.S. approach of alleged “peace through force” represents a global threat.

Iran and Russia have further cemented their upward trend in cooperation, signing a new agreement that outlines practical implementation steps for some clauses of the strategic partnership treaty they signed earlier this year.https://t.co/5LH2Y90x0z

— Tehran Times (@TehranTimes79) December 18, 2025

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