It is nonetheless interesting that Iran has thrown a bigger fit over the Russian statement than they did over the Chinese statement last year. In part that may be due to the sting of a second “betrayal” by a “strategic partner,” and in part, perhaps, because of Russia’s checkered track record in Iran. But Iranian officials can be tougher on Russia than on China because they know that Russia needs them almost as much as they need Iran. Read more here <--
