A delegation led by Iranian Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh arrived in Armenia today at the invitation of Armenian Defense Minister Suren Papikyan.

A statement issued by Papikyan’s office provides no details regarding the visit.

"Iran and Armenia have a strong will to improve relations," Nasirzadeh is quoted as saying after touching down in Yerevan according to Mehr News, a semi official news agency of the Iranian government.

Iran has recently engaged in joint military exercises separately with Armenia and Azerbaijan along their mutual borders.

In April, Iran and Armenia held a joint military exercise along their shared border in the Norduz region, emphasizing the importance of enhancing border security and strengthening the combat readiness of operational units stationed in the area.

Two days ago, Iran and Azerbaijan launched a joint military exercise dubbed “Aras 2025” in areas of Karabakh once held by Armenian forces, aimed at bolstering border security and enhancing joint preparedness against potential threats.

The drill, taking place from May 18 to 21, involves special forces from Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Ground Forces and the Azerbaijani Army.