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What are the immediate implications of the Iran-Russia comprehensive strategic agreement, particularly concerning energy cooperation and Western concerns?

On January 17, 2025, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a comprehensive strategic agreement in Moscow, aiming to bolster military and economic ties. This agreement, signed amidst Western sanctions against both nations, has raised concerns among Western powers. The agreement includes increased gas exports from Russia to Iran, potentially reaching 55 billion cubic meters annually.