Russian President Vladimir Putin has received Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in the Kremlin.

Axar.az reports, citing TASS, the meeting is taking place against the backdrop of an escalation in the Middle East - Israel has been striking Iran daily since June 13. The official aim of its operation is the destruction of Tehran’s missile and nuclear programs. The conflict became especially acute in connection with the US attack on three Iranian nuclear facilities on June 22.

The previous meeting between the Russian leader and the Iranian foreign minister was held on April 17. Among other things, they discussed the promotion of bilateral relations, regional cooperation and interaction in the international arena.