Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially signed a law ratifying a strategic partnership deal with Iran, solidifying ties between the two nations. The law's signing, which took place on Monday, marks a significant step in the bilateral relations between Moscow and Tehran. The document was subsequently published on the Russian government portal, highlighting the commitment to this partnership.

According to Anadolu Agency, the Federation Council, which is Russia's upper house of parliament, ratified the deal during a plenary session on April 16. Prior to this, the State Duma, the lower house, had also given its approval on April 8. This legal endorsement follows the initial signing of the 20-year comprehensive strategic partnership agreement by President Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Moscow on January 17.

During a press conference following the agreement's signing, President Putin emphasized that the deal serves as a guideline for enhancing long-term cooperation between the two countries across multiple sectors, including trade and investment. He described the agreement as a "truly breakthrough document" designed to foster stable and sustainable development not only for Russia and Iran but also for the broader Eurasian region.