WANA (Mar 30) – The foreign ministers of the Islamic Republic of Iran and France held a phone conversation to discuss the latest regional developments and the consequences of recent tensions.

 

During the call, Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, outlined what he described as “crimes committed by the United States and the Zionist regime” during a month-long military aggression against Iran. He strongly criticized the positions of some European countries, stating that they have merely expressed concern over the economic consequences of the war while remaining silent in the face of attacks against the Iranian people.

 

Araghchi emphasized the continuation of Iran’s defensive operations against aggressors, noting that these actions include targeting their military bases and facilities, even those located outside Iran’s borders. He stated that such measures are a response to the United States’ use of bases and infrastructure in regional countries to carry out what he called an “illegal war” against Iran.

 

Referring to the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, the Iranian foreign minister said that the root cause of insecurity in this vital waterway is the military aggression by the United States and the Israeli regime.

 

He added that vessels belonging to parties involved in the aggression are barred from passing through the strait. According to him, this decision has been made in line with international law to prevent aggressors from exploiting the waterway for unlawful attacks, while vessels from other countries continue to transit in coordination with the relevant Iranian authorities.

 

He also warned that any provocative actions by aggressors and their supporters, including moves at the United Nations Security Council, would only further complicate the situation.

 

For his part, the French foreign minister reiterated his country’s opposition to the imposed war against Iran and attacks on civilian targets. He also expressed concern over escalating tensions in the region, particularly in Lebanon, and stressed the need to strengthen political and diplomatic efforts to end the conflict and restore stability and security.