"Unlike certain parties, we are committed to avoid stabbing our partners
from behind and refrain from taking any behind-the-stage move against our
friends and to resolve any difference that may arise through dialogue," he
added.
Putin: Russia Vows Not to Stab Iran from Behind
Mon Nov 23, 2015 6:27
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TEHRAN (FNA)- Russian President Vladimir Putin in a landmark meeting with
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei in Tehran on Monday
described Tehran as "a trustworthy and reliable ally in the region and the
world", and vowed not to betray his partnership with Iran under any
condition.
"The Islamic Republic of Iran is an independent and solid strong country
with very good prospects, and we see you as a trustworthy and reliable ally
in the region and the world," the Russian president said at the meeting with
Ayatollah Khamenei today.
"Unlike certain parties, we are committed to avoid stabbing our partners
from behind and refrain from taking any behind-the-stage move against our
friends and to resolve any difference that may arise through dialogue," he
added.
The Russian leader further described the two countries' position on Syria as
"very close", and reiterated the crucial importance of the two states'
cooperation in this regard.
"We also stress that the Syrian crisis can only be resolved through
political means and people's vote and accepting the demands of all Syrian
peoples and groups, and no one has the right to impose his views on the
people of that country to decide about the government structure and fate of
the president of Syria," Putin continued.
"As your Excellency stated, the Americans are seeking to obtain the goals
that they have failed to materialize through the clashes in Syria at the
negotiating table and we are taking note of this issue," he added.
The Russian leader laid further emphasis on his country's continued attacks
on the terrorist groups in Syria, and termed Tehran-Moscow cooperation and
consultation over the process of the political solution of the Syrian issue
"fully necessary".
"Those who claim to be advocates of democracy cannot oppose elections in
Syria," Putin said.
At the end of the meeting, the Russian president presented an ancient
manuscript of the Holy Quran to the Iranian leader that showed his deep
understanding of Ayatollah Khamenei.
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