The Iranian Foreign Ministry has issued a statement regarding the initialing of the peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, noting that the Islamic Republic of Iran is closely monitoring developments in the South Caucasus and remains in contact with its two neighboring countries, Armenia and Azerbaijan, concerning these events.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry noted that peace and stability in the South Caucasus benefit all countries in the region. Welcoming the finalization of the peace agreement by the two countries, the Iranian Foreign Ministry considered it an important step towards achieving lasting peace in the region.
“Peace and stability in the Caucasus region undoubtedly serve the interests of all countries in the region. The Islamic Republic of Iran welcomes the completion of the preparation of the peace agreement text between the two countries and considers this an important step toward achieving lasting peace in the region,” the statement said.
"At the same time, the Islamic Republic expresses concern over the negative consequences of any form of foreign intervention, especially near its shared borders, that could undermine the security and lasting stability of the region,'' it reads.
"Reaffirming its commitment to taking all political, legal, and economic measures necessary to safeguard its national rights and interests, the Islamic Republic of Iran believes that the establishment of communication routes and the removal of blockages in transportation networks will contribute to stability, security, and economic development for the peoples of the region only if carried out within a framework of mutual benefit, respect for national sovereignty, and territorial integrity, and without foreign interference.
The Islamic Republic of Iran remains ready to continue constructive cooperation based on mutual interests with both the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Republic of Armenia to preserve peace, stability, and economic development in the region through bilateral and regional initiatives, including the 3+3 mechanism.
