In a meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on the sidelines of the summit, President Pezeshkian stated that Iran supports the recently signed peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, while firmly opposing the presence of extra-regional forces in the Caucasus.
The Iranian president and his Turkish counterpart discussed a host of issues, including Syria, Gaza, Iraq, Iran’s nuclear program, developments in the Caucasus, as well as Tehran-Ankara relations.
Pezeshkian referred to the US-brokered agreement that Armenia and Azerbaijan signed last month to resolve their long-standing territorial dispute, saying that Iran backs the peace deal.
“We support the agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan as a means of consolidating peace and stability. At the same time, we oppose any presence of external forces in the Caucasus region,” he noted.
Elsewhere in his remarks, President Pezeshkian said that Iran is ready to negotiate with the United States on the basis of the recognition of Iran’s nuclear rights and reaching a win-win solution.
As for the “snapback mechanism,” which Britain, Germany, and France – all of them members of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal – triggered last week to restore UN sanctions on Iran, Pezeshkian said that the trio are not legitimate to activate the mechanism, because they have not fulfilled their commitments.
Erdogan, on his part, said that activating the mechanism is totally unconstructive and emphasized Iran’s right to have peaceful nuclear activities.
He also said keeping the door open for negotiations between Iran and the United States will thwart Israel’s plans.
Iran, Russia presidents highlight strengthening ties via long-term pact
President Masoud Pezeshkian and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have emphasized the importance of implementing the Treaty on the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Iran and Russia.
The two presidents met on the sidelines of the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin, China, on Monday.
Pezeshkian described the Russia-Iran treaty as a foundation for expanding cooperation and enhancing bilateral relations. He noted that collaboration within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) would further speed up and foster these developments.
The Iranian president highlighted his personal commitment to removing obstacles and speeding up the execution of all agreements with Russia.
He also stressed the value of scientific and academic exchanges, noting that such cooperation creates a platform for broader, multifaceted interactions.
Pezeshkian highlighted the SCO summit, emphasizing the role of international institutions like the SCO in advancing multilateral cooperation in the face of attempts by the US and its allies to enhance unilateralism.
Putin sent greetings and well-wishes to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, and reaffirmed that relations between Iran and Russia are friendly and growing.
The Russian president pointed to a significant increase in bilateral trade, a rise in Iranian students studying in Russia, and the expanding cultural and tourism cooperation. He also emphasized ongoing dialogue on regional and international issues, as well as the Iranian peaceful nuclear program.
Prime Minister of Pakistan meets President of Iran
Pakistani Premier Shehbaz Sharif held a meeting with the President of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, on the sidelines of the Council of Heads of Member States (CHM) of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Federal Ministers were also present in the meeting.
During the meeting, the Pakistani Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s deep commitment to its historic and brotherly ties with neighbouring Iran, underlining the strong foundations of the relationship rooted in shared history, cultural heritage, and faith. Both leaders reviewed the state of bilateral cooperation across diverse sectors and expressed satisfaction with the positive momentum in Pakistan-Iran relations.
President Pezeshkian appreciated Pakistan’s consistent support and reaffirmed Iran’s determination to enhance bilateral collaboration in various areas of mutual interest.
Referring to the visit of the Iranian President to Pakistan in August 2025, the Pakistani Prime Minister said that the visit was very helpful in further strengthening the relations between the two countries. Pakistani people were very happy to receive the Iranian President in Pakistan on his recent visit, he further said.
The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of further strengthening political and economic ties between the two friendly countries. He also reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with the people and Government of Iran and reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace, underscoring dialogue and diplomacy as the only viable path toward de-escalation and stability.
The Iranian President expressed his sorrow on the loss of precious lives and property in the on-going floods across Pakistan and said that the Government and people of Iran are standing shoulder to shoulder with Pakistan in this hour of need.
Pezeshkian highlights glorious heritage of Iran, Tajikistan
President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of the shared historical legacy between Iran and Tajikistan, describing it as a glorious heritage that should be passed on to future generations.
On the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin, China, on Tuesday, President Pezeshkian met with his Tajik counterpart Emomali Rahmon.
During the discussion, Pezeshkian expressed satisfaction with the ongoing positive interactions between Tehran and Dushanbe, noting that bilateral cooperation has been expanding across various sectors in recent years. He highlighted advancements in areas such as transit, commerce, tourism, scientific collaboration, and people-to-people connections.
Furthermore, the Iranian president also addressed the current situation in Gaza, condemning the Israeli regime’s crimes, which are being supported by the United States. He urged Islamic countries and international organizations to take action to prevent further atrocities.
President Rahmon, for his part, expressed a strong desire to deepen bilateral relations, particularly in economic, investment, and cultural exchanges.
He condemned the military aggression of Israel and the US against the Islamic Republic, reaffirming the importance of Iran’s scientific, historical, and cultural significance on the global stage.
