Putin Phones Aliyev, Discusses Global Tensions

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Putin Phones Aliyev, Discusses Global Tensions

Baku (Turkey News) – According to Azerbaijan’s state news agency, Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev.

During the call, President Putin thanked Azerbaijan for its prompt assistance in evacuating Russian citizens from the Iran and for facilitating the transit of humanitarian aid sent by Russia to Iran through Azerbaijani territory.

Both leaders emphasized during the conversation that military operations in the Middle East should be halted as soon as possible and that the conflict must be resolved through political and diplomatic means.

The two presidents also discussed current issues related to bilateral relations. They reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening cooperation between Azerbaijan and Russia across various sectors in line with the principles of strategic partnership and alliance.