Armenian, Iranian FMs discussed recent developments in the Middle East over the phone
The Foreign Ministers of Armenia and Iran held a phone conversation on Sunday at the initiative of the Iranian side, the foreign ministry reported.
The FMs discussed the situation in the Middle East caused by recent events in Baghdad which led to human losses. On behalf of the Government of Armenia, Foreign Minister Mnatsakanyan expressed condolences to the Government and people of Iran on the demise of the high ranking Iranian official. The Foreign Minister of Armenia stressed the importance of preventing further tensions and de-escalating the situation through peaceful means.
As the source said, the Armenian FM underlined Armenia's readiness to continue close cooperation with all its partners towards the regional stability and security.