Published on, Sept. 23 -- September 23, 2025 8:30 PM

Iran and Russia have agreed to build eight new nuclear power plants in Iran, signaling deeper cooperation between the two countries. Iranian nuclear chief Mohammad Eslami announced the plan during his visit to Moscow. He said that formal agreements would be signed this week, allowing construction work to begin. Eslami added that the goal is to help Iran reach 20 gigawatts of nuclear energy capacity by the year 2040.

Talks between the two countries have been ongoing, with final contract negotiations now completed. Eslami confirmed that the deal is ready for execution and that operational steps will begin soon. He emphasized Iran's commitment to peaceful nuclear energy. Russia has also ...