INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
TEHRAN-- Irans Foreign Ministry representative Nasser Kanaani indirectly slammed Saudi Arabia for embracing unconstructive policies that
could result in a stop in Tehran-Riyadh talks.
Up until now, Iran and Saudi Arabia have had five rounds of talks hosted by Iraq
The most recent advancement was the Saudis expressing satisfaction with the way the negotiations are held, requesting for an upgrade from
security level to diplomatic.However, after Riyadh expressed its assistance for the Albanian government in severing ties with Iran over a
supposed cyberattack, political experts began to question the connection of the Tehran-Riyadh talks.On top of that, the detention of an
Iranian Hajj pilgrim by the Saudis have tightened the knot
We think that the countries of the area need to take procedures to reinforce peace, stability and serenity in the region
Naturally, stability in the region is the basis for financial development, which is a matter that all the countries in the area need and pay
attention to, Kanaani stated in this regard.He then stated what can assist produce stability in the area is taking notice of the nationwide
and basic interests of the region
We have constantly stressed that we are prepared to connect and talk about with the surrounding and friendly nations in the region to
produce better conditions in order to ensure the interests of the nations in the region
Such a method can serve the interests of all nations, he recommended, adding that taking unconstructive and unprincipled positions is not
helpful in the course of settlements between the 2 regional powerhouses
We still highlight the path of interaction, and we anticipate all countries in the region to follow the path of interaction
In the case of Saudi Arabia, we highlighted many times that we participated in dialogue based upon Irans point of view on the need of
solving regional disagreements and utilizing cumulative capabilities to secure common interests
These dialogues continued in 5 rounds, agreements were reached and with the application of the arrangements the results gotten in the
previous rounds of talks will provide the basis for the next meetings at other levels, he stated.Kanaani then went on to say that the
Islamic Republic of Iran will respond proportionately to any constructive action and action
