WANA (Sep 07) – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil Pinto held a phone conversation on bilateral relations and recent developments in the Caribbean following U.S. activities in the region.

 

During the call, the Venezuelan foreign minister highlighted the growing “illegal threats” from the United States against his country, presenting an overview of the current situation in the region. He expressed gratitude for Iran’s principled stance in defending the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, stressing the importance of respecting Venezuela’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

 

Gil Pinto reaffirmed that the Venezuelan government and people remain determined to defend their independence, sovereignty, and right to self-determination. He also voiced hope that BRICS members and South American nations would adopt a firm position in condemning Washington’s hostile actions.

 

For his part, Araghchi strongly condemned the United States’ unilateral and “bullying” measures against other nations, saying that threats of force against independent developing countries constitute a clear violation of the UN Charter and pose a serious risk to international peace and security. He emphasized that responsible governments must act to prevent the spread of lawlessness and insecurity.

 

The Iranian foreign minister also reiterated the Islamic Republic’s solidarity and support for the Venezuelan people in the face of U.S. pressure.

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Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil Pinto/ WANA News Agency