Iran to Purchase More Weapons from Russia, Velayati Says
News ID: 991895 Service: Politics
February, 05, 2016 - 15:02
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TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An international adviser to Leader of the Islamic
Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei announced that Iran plans to boost
defense cooperation with Russia, buying more weaponry from Moscow.

Speaking to reporters in the Russian capital on Thursday, Ali Akbar Velayati
touched upon recent agreements reached between Tehran and Moscow, saying
that the deals have been signed in various areas, ranging from peaceful
nuclear technology to rail transport.

“We are also seeking to purchase more weapons from Russia,” he stated.

He further emphasized that the Islamic Republic has held talks with Russia
to receive a $7 billion loan, adding that relations between the two
countries should further expand and such loans do not suffice.

Velayati travelled to Moscow for talks with top Russian officials on the
latest developments in the region and coordination of policies on Syria.

The Iranian envoy held meetings with several top Russian officials,
including President Vladimir Putin, and attended a number of gatherings.

Back in October last year, Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General
Hossein Dehqan highlighted the significance of defense collaborations
between Tehran and Moscow, especially under the current circumstances in the
region.

“The current situation necessitates that Iran and Russia, through the
political wills of the two countries’ leaders, develop their cooperation in
political, economic, and defense fields,” General Dehqan said at the time.