Russia and Iran are doubling down on nuclear energy collaboration, with plans to build new power plant blocks and tackle energy challenges together. 💡 Russian Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev announced the initiative this week during high-level talks in Tehran, calling it a "serious" step toward peaceful nuclear development.
The two nations are already constructing the second and third blocks of Iran’s Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant. Now, a new working group will explore additional sites for reactors, with a progress report expected by May 2026. 🗓️
Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad highlighted the partnership’s broader goals, including a pending deal to import Russian natural gas. "This isn’t just about megawatts," he said. "It’s about balancing energy needs and securing our futures." 🔋
The move builds on a $25 billion agreement signed in September 2025 to develop four advanced nuclear units in southern Iran. While critics raise eyebrows at the scale, both countries frame it as a win for sustainable energy. 🌱
