WANA (Sep 07) – The head of Iran’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, Ebrahim Azizi reaffirmed the country’s strong opposition to the Zangezur Corridor, describing it as a geopolitical threat to regional stability.

 

The official labeled the corridor as “artificial,” warning that any attempts to undermine Iran’s military and political influence under the guise of the corridor would be met with serious consequences.

 

While stressing that Iran prefers diplomacy and seeks no conflict, he emphasized that any threat to Iran’s territorial integrity would be firmly resisted. He called on Iran’s Foreign Ministry to actively pursue diplomatic solutions to prevent escalation.

 

The South Caucasus region holds significant strategic importance for Iran, serving as a critical energy transit route and maintaining a historical connection to the country.

Zangezur Corridor, Iran Stands Firm on Its Geopolitical Red Line

WANA (Sep 07) – In recent days, tensions surrounding the Zangezur Corridor have escalated due to Russia’s emphasis on Azerbaijan’s right to activate this passage.   The Zangezur Corridor, which the Islamic Republic of Iran considers a red line, has been a point of contention, with Iran clearly stating that it will not permit its […]

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Iranian officials have repeatedly expressed their opposition to any geopolitical changes in this area, with the Zangezur Corridor seen as a “red line.”

 

Recently, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova confirmed her country’s support for the corridor, which aims to connect Azerbaijan to Nakhchivan through Armenia.

 

In response, Iran’s Foreign Ministry summoned the Russian ambassador, reiterating its stance against altering recognized international borders and stressing respect for sovereignty and regional stability.