Russian, Iranian defense officials meet in Kyrgyzstan

Russian Defense Minister Belousov met with Iranian Deputy Defense Minister Reza Talaeinik in Kyrgyzstan on April 27, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense. During the meeting, Belousov reaffirmed Russia's position that a potential war by the U.S. and Israel against Iran must be resolved through diplomatic means. He also stated that Russia supports Iran's sovereignty and territorial integrity.