After Assad's fall and the formation of a transitional government, Syria's new administration focused on rebuilding its economy, while grappling with the challenge of lifting long-standing sanctions.

While cooperation between Moscow and Tehran in the space field strengthens their relations and achieves short-term goals, it unfolds amid escalating tensions with Western nations.

On June 11, 2024, Zamir Kabulov, the Director of Russia's Second Asian Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, told RIA Novosti that finalizing a comprehensive cooperation agreement with Tehran is currently delayed due to issues on the Iranian side.

While everyone is busy following up on the events taking place in the Black Sea, the Caspian Sea witnesses mysterious cargo trips, most of which are Russian and Iranian ships.

As Western countries imposed economic sanctions on Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, the UAE emerged as one of the few nations that maintained its ties with Moscow, reaping the benefits of a lucrative trade and investment relationship.