Medvedev Praises Iran's Role in Securing Strait of Hormuz
The Russian official said Moscow wants both the Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb straits to operate normally.
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Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council, praised what he described as Iran's key role in ensuring security in the Strait of Hormuz, according to TASS.
Medvedev added that Russia would like to see both the Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb straits function normally, pointing to the strategic importance of the two waterways for global shipping and energy trade.
The Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait have both seen disruptions in recent years linked to regional tensions, including attacks attributed to the Houthi movement in Yemen near the Bab el-Mandeb.
Medvedev's comments reflect continued Russian engagement with Iran on regional security matters, as the two countries maintain close diplomatic and economic ties.
No further details were provided on any specific steps Russia or Iran might take regarding security in the two straits.
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- Medvedev lauds key role of Iran in ensuring security in Hormuz — TASS (Russia)
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