Afghan Voice Agency (AVA) - International Service: According to Al-Mayadeen, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced in a statement on Sunday a telephone consultation between Sergei Lavrov and Seyyed Abbas Araqchi, Foreign Ministers of Russia and Iran.
A statement issued by the Russian Foreign Ministry in this regard states: In the call between Lavrov and Araqchi, hope was expressed for the success of efforts to reduce tensions in the region.
The Russian Foreign Ministry added: Lavrov and Araqchi emphasized avoiding any action, including in the Security Council, that would undermine the opportunity for diplomatic efforts to progress.