Tehran, March 11: Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to discuss recent regional developments and the security implications of what Tehran described as military aggression by the United States and Israel.
According to Iran’s Foreign Ministry, the two diplomats exchanged views on the evolving situation in West Asia and its broader consequences for regional and international stability. During the call, Araghchi outlined what he described as crimes committed by the US and Israel against the Iranian people and reaffirmed Tehran’s determination to defend its sovereignty.
Detailing Iran’s stance, Araghchi stressed that the country remains committed to protecting its territorial integrity amid rising tensions in the region. He emphasised that Iran would respond to any threats against its national interests and security.
“Iran’s Foreign Minister emphasised the country’s determination to continue defending its national sovereignty and territorial integrity,” the statement said.
Araghchi also highlighted the role of the United Nations Security Council in addressing what he described as violations of international law and threats to global stability.
“Iran’s Foreign Minister reminded the UN Security Council of its responsibility to address the blatant violation of international peace and security caused by the aggressive actions of the Israeli regime and the US,” the statement added. “He stressed that indifference to continued law-breaking by the US and Israel would threaten security across the region and the world.”
During the discussion, Lavrov reiterated Russia’s criticism of the US and Israel. “The Russian Foreign Minister, while emphasising his condemnation of the US and Israel’s military aggression against Iran,” the statement said, also congratulated Araghchi on the appointment of Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei as Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Lavrov further expressed Moscow’s readiness to support diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing tensions and enhancing security in the region. “He also announced Russia’s willingness to offer its good offices to strengthen regional security,” the statement added.
The conversation comes amid escalating tensions in West Asia, as diplomatic exchanges and international responses continue while countries assess the broader impact of the confrontation on regional stability and global security. (Agency)
