Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stressed that peace and stability in the South Caucasus are vital for all peoples of the region during a meeting with Ilham Aliyev’s special envoy Khalaf Khalafov.

According to the Iranian Mehr news agency, the sides discussed bilateral cooperation, regional stability, and prospects for future collaboration in various strategic areas.

Araghchi reaffirmed Tehran’s position on respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of countries in the region, rejecting any geopolitical changes, and viewing diplomacy as the sole means for resolving disputes.

The Iranian foreign minister expressed hope that the signing of a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan will usher in a new era of stability and cooperation in the region.