Iran's Ambassador to India, Iraj Elahi, noted a decline in public interest in Iran-India relations, despite strong people-to-people ties, during a tourism promotion roadshow aimed at enhancing bilateral tourism connections. Concurrently, the European Union condemned Iran's transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia, viewing it as a significant threat to European security amid ongoing attacks on Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged the strengthening of relations with Iran during a meeting with Iranian officials, with discussions on future cooperation and trade, particularly in the context of the upcoming BRICS summit. Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's first official visit abroad to Iraq underscored Iran's strategic priorities in the region, resulting in the ratification of 14 agreements to enhance political and economic cooperation. Additionally, Iran expressed its intent to strengthen ties with Bangladesh, focusing on cultural and economic collaboration, including proposals for investment and trade agreements. These developments reflect Iran's efforts to solidify regional partnerships while facing international scrutiny over its military engagements.