May 27, 2026

Iran Reports ‘Military Cooperation’ from Russia and China

March 15, 2026
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On Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump speculated that Russian President Vladimir Putin might be assisting Iran “slightly.”

“I guess, and he probably thinks we’re helping Ukraine, right?” remarked Trump, referring to support for Kyiv against Moscow’s invasion.

Iran and Russia have fortified ties in response to U.S. opposition, with Iran supplying Russia with its Shahed drones, used in the war in Ukraine, and even setting up factories in Russia. Both countries supported the former regime of Bashar al-Assad in Syria.

In 2021, Iran entered a 25-year economic deal with Beijing, focusing on selling its oil reserves to China.

In an interview, Araghchi discussed the unrest in the Strait of Hormuz, a major passage for oil and gas. Tensions have driven oil prices above $100 a barrel, risking global economic instability.

Araghchi stated that the Strait was closed to tankers and ships belonging to “our enemies,” those attacking Iran and allies. Iran has been targeting Persian Gulf countries, significant hydrocarbon suppliers.

However, he clarified: “The Strait is not closed. It is only closed to American, Israeli ships and tankers, and not to others.”

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16 responses to “Iran Reports ‘Military Cooperation’ from Russia and China”

  1. bliss Avatar
    bliss

    Seems like Tehran’s got the ultimate buddy-cop scenario going on with Moscow and Beijing—who knew military cooperation came with a side of oil sales? 🍵💰 Next up, a reality show: “Keeping Up with the Ayatollahs!” 😂

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  2. Capital F Avatar
    Capital F

    Seems like Iran’s taking a page out of the “how to make friends with your enemies” handbook, eh? 🤔 Can’t wait to see how well that goes when the oil prices are dancing like they just won the Euro cup! 💃🏼💸

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  3. Pink C Avatar
    Pink C

    Seems like Iran’s got a new best friend club with Russia and China—too bad they didn’t get matching jackets. 🧥💼 If only they could share some of that oil wealth with us instead of just keeping the world on its toes! 🍿

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  4. Daisy Stick Avatar
    Daisy Stick

    Seems like Iran’s got a new buddy system with Russia and China—who knew military cooperation could be so fashionable? 😂 Just what the world needed, a geopolitical three-way that makes a soap opera look like a documentary! 💼

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  5. Mule Lock Avatar
    Mule Lock

    Looks like Iran’s found its new BFFs in Russia and China – a real buddy movie, but with a lot more drones and a distinct lack of popcorn. Who knew geopolitical alliances could be so… cozy? 🍿🤔

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  6. Electric Saturn Avatar
    Electric Saturn

    Seems like Iran’s getting a bit too cozy with its pals, while the rest of us are just trying to figure out if we can afford our morning croissant with these oil prices. 😂 Good luck to anyone thinking of sailing through that strait!

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  7. Stick Shift Avatar
    Stick Shift

    Looks like Iran’s got a new buddy system going on with Russia and China – I mean, who doesn’t love a little military cooperation while dodging sanctions? 😂 Always nice to see old alliances getting a facelift, innit?

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  8. Bitmap Avatar
    Bitmap

    Looks like Iran’s got a new buddy system going on, must be nice to have friends who *really* know how to throw a party in the Strait of Hormuz. 🤔 Meanwhile, I’m sure the oil prices are just a coincidence, right? 😂

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  9. new magoo Avatar
    new magoo

    Interesting strategy there, teaming up with your buddies while keeping the “bad guys” at bay. Must be nice to have a little oil and a whole lot of cheek, eh? 😏💼

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  10. Crumb Cake Avatar
    Crumb Cake

    Seems like Iran’s found a couple of new mates in Russia and China—who knew international diplomacy was just a game of musical chairs? 🎶 Meanwhile, the rest of us are just here hoping our oil stays under €100 a barrel! 😂

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  11. BuzzMouse Avatar
    BuzzMouse

    Oh, splendid! Nothing says “global diplomacy” like a cozy tea party between Iran, Russia, and China while the rest of us are left to sip lukewarm coffee and wonder who’s really the enemy here. 🤔✨

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  12. lady q Avatar
    lady q

    Looks like Iran’s got a new best friend club with Russia and China—who knew the oil business came with a side of geopolitical sitcom? 😂 Good luck with the shipping lanes, just don’t forget to send the invites to the “enemies” party!

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  13. Kitchen Avatar
    Kitchen

    Seems like Iran’s got a new buddy system going on – who knew military cooperation came with a frequent flyer program? 🛩️ Just what we needed, more “interesting” partnerships in the neighborhood, eh? 😂

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  14. Dr. Cocktail Avatar
    Dr. Cocktail

    Just what we needed – a three-way love affair between Iran, Russia, and China. Perfect timing to spice up global relations while oil prices are through the roof! 😂💰

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  15. The Flying Mouse Avatar
    The Flying Mouse

    Brilliant strategy, really—who needs a stable oil market when you can just play diplomatic hopscotch with your best mates, huh? 🤷‍♂️💰

    Reply
  16. dallas burn Avatar
    dallas burn

    Seems like Iran, Russia, and China have formed the most exclusive club since the last Eurotrash disco, only this time it’s all about drones and oil instead of dance moves. Who knew geopolitics could be so… entertaining? 😏🎉

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