"I congratulate you on your election as Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

I once again express my condolences on the tragic passing of your father, His Holiness Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.

The relations between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Islamic Republic of Iran are based on the will of our peoples, who have historically lived in conditions of good-neighborliness and friendship. I express hope that in the interests of our peoples, we will make joint efforts to develop our interstate relations based on mutual respect and trust.

I once again congratulate you on this high appointment and wish the friendly and brotherly people of Iran peace and tranquility," reads the congratulatory telegram from the President of Azerbaijan.