TEHRAN, Nov. 08 (MNA) – Iran’s Supreme National Security Council has endorsed the agreement on the construction of the Rasht - Astara railway line and the transfer of the entire 162-kilometer line to a Russian company to conduct surveys.
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Iran Approves Russian Management of Rasht-Astara Railway Construction
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November 8, 2026
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Iran's Supreme National Security Council has approved an agreement for the construction of the Rasht-Astara railway, which will be managed by a Russian company. This development is significant as it enhances Iran's transportation infrastructure and strengthens ties with Russia.
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