Russian and Iranian leaders meet before signing partnership treaty

The meeting comes just days before Donald Trump’s inauguration (AP)

The presidents of Russia and Iran have held talks in the Kremlin before they sign a broad co-operation pact.

The Kremlin said that the “comprehensive strategic partnership treaty” to be signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian covers all areas – from trade and military cooperation to science, education and culture.