The Iranian foreign minister highlighted the advancement of Iran’s energy diplomacy at the Gas Exporting Countries Forum summit in Russia, warning that any Israeli-instigated military adventurism in the Persian Gulf could have devastating consequences for international markets.
In a post on his X account following the GECF summit in Moscow, Abbas Araqchi said discussions focused on global gas markets and energy security, emphasizing shared concerns among gas producers and consumers over regional instability.
“Iran’s energy diplomacy advanced at GECF Summit. Discussions focused on global gas markets and energy security,” he wrote.
“Devastating impact on int’l markets of any Israel-instigated military misadventure in Persian Gulf region remains major concern for both gas suppliers and consumers,” the Iranian foreign minister added.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian also described his two-day visit to Russia for the summit as productive, announcing understandings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Emir of Qatar on cooperation in agriculture, oil and gas, road construction, security, and bilateral relations.

