This was reported by “The Times”.
According to the report, Larijani has made several secret trips to Russia in recent months and has conducted closed-door negotiations with senior Russian officials to seek assistance from Moscow regarding Iran's nuclear program and air defense systems.
Publication also noted that Larijani is Iran’s former parliamentary speaker, nuclear negotiator and a trusted regime loyalist. He is a representative of Khamenei who is extremely close to the regime, with a reputation for getting things done. His secret flights to Moscow demonstrate that the relations between Iran and Russia are deepening and growing further.