The Iranian foreign minister urges Russia and China not to allow the US to abuse the UN Security Council for committing crimes against Iran and exacerbating tensions in the region.

The Iranian foreign minister Abbas says Tehran is serious on achieving a fair and balanced deal with the US.

The Russian Foreign Ministry has reaffirmed its commitment to national sovereignty, declaring that any attempt by Western powers to deploy military infrastructure in Ukraine will be treated as a "direct threat".

This episode of the program is an interview with the Russian Foreign Minister discussing recent global developments and the evolving relationship between Iran and Russia.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has called on IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi to maintain impartial and professional assessments of Iran’s nuclear program. 

Iran’s foreign minister says the IAEA must remain committed to its technical mandate, avoid political approaches, keep away from pressure by the US and certain European countries.

Spokesperson for Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says Moscow has no intention to strike any NATO members.