'The Russian Ambassador explained in detail the goals and tasks of Russia's special military operation in Ukraine, and also expressed gratitude to the Iranian leadership for a balanced and objective position on the current situation around Ukraine," the Russian embassy in Iran wrote in its Twitter account.

Russian ambassador made the remarks during a visit to Vank Cathedral of Isfahan province.

According to his Twitter account, Jagaryan has also met and held talks with Archbishop Sipan Kashdzhiyan on the visit.