The US authorities believe that Tehran supported Russia's special military operation in Ukraine.

APA reports that this was said by the head of the press service of the US State Department, Ned Price.

The journalist asked him to comment on Russian President Vladimir Putin's meetings with Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and President Ibrahim Raisi in Tehran.

Price said it was amazing to hear the supreme leader unequivocally support Russia's special military operation in Ukraine.

"Iran maintained its neutrality during this period.

This statement drew special attention," said Price.