The Armenian side has assured that it will never become a stronghold for steps against Iran, Iranian ambassador to Armenia Khalil Shirgholami told reporters Thursday.

He added that there is mutual trust between Armenia and Iran.

“We [i.e. Iran] are in constant contact with the Armenian leadership on this matter [i.e. Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP) project]. If the goal of this path is to develop opportunities and support peace, then we are not against it. [But] given the hostile attitude of the US towards Iran, we had concerns, which we discussed constructively with our Armenian colleagues,” said the Iranian ambassador to Armenia.