Foreign Minister Ivan Kondov held a telephone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Dr. Abbas Araghchi
02 September 2024 News
On 1 September, Foreign Minister Ivan Kondov held a telephone conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Dr Abbas Araghchi, to congratulate him on his appointment to this highly responsible post.
The occasion of the conversation was used to discuss the opportunities for maintaining a regular dialogue and for active interaction on issues of mutual interest — both bilaterally and in the sphere of the current international agenda.
Special focus was placed on the Gaza conflict and its grave humanitarian dimensions. In this context, the efforts made by the Bulgarian government to successfully resolve the case of the crew of the Galaxy Leader detained in Yemen were also presented. The efforts of the international community aimed at preventing a possible further regional escalation and the possibilities to support these efforts were also discussed.
The understanding was shared that the existing long historical tradition in the Bulgarian-Iranian relations is a solid basis for a constructive and constructive future interaction.