Russian President Vladimir Putin affirmed that Moscow continues to be a loyal friend to Tehran, stressing the ongoing multi‑dimensional relationship between Russia and Iran. Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian president’s envoy, rejected a report published by Politico about an alleged intelligence‑sharing deal with the United States, asserting that the report was fabricated. The website also reported that the Trump administration had rejected a Russian offer to halt intelligence sharing with Iran in exchange for the U.S. ending its support for Ukraine.