Russia's Shoigu and Iran's Security Chief Discuss Foreign Interference

Discussion on Security Cooperation

MOSCOW, Jan 12 (Reuters) - Sergei Shoigu, Secretary of Russia's Security Council, held a telephone conversation with the Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Interfax reported on Monday.

Condemnation of Foreign Influence

During the call, Shoigu strongly condemned what he described as attempts by foreign powers to interfere in Iran’s internal affairs.

Agreements on Coordination

Both sides agreed to maintain contacts and coordinate their positions to strengthen security.

(Reporting by Maxim Rodionov; Editing by Nia Williams)