Putin thanked the President of Azerbaijan for the evacuation of citizens from Iran

Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev. The Russian leader expressed gratitude for the prompt assistance in evacuating Russian citizens from Iran and facilitating the delivery of humanitarian aid.

The two leaders also discussed the need for a swift peaceful resolution to the conflict in the Middle East. In the context of their strategic partnership and alliance, the parties reaffirmed their continued interest in further developing bilateral relations between Baku and Moscow.

Intensive military action between the US and Israel against Iran continues for a second week, with both sides launching strikes. Israel seeks to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons. Washington threatens to destroy Tehran's military potential and calls for the overthrow of the regime. Iran, for its part, declares its readiness for defense and sees no point in negotiations.

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