On May 6, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi addressed a regional security conference, emphasizing that Tehran bears a historical responsibility to maintain and protect security in the Middle East.
Araghchi's remarks came against a backdrop of complex regional developments, including issues related to Iran's nuclear program, tensions with Israel, and the U.S. military presence in the Gulf.
The Iranian foreign minister stated: 'Iran, as a regional power, is always ready to fulfill its historical mission of protecting security and stability.' He also called on neighboring countries to cooperate more closely with Tehran to address common threats.
During the conference, Araghchi also outlined Iran's peace initiatives, including a peace plan for Yemen and support for a political solution to the Syrian conflict. He stressed that Iran is not seeking military escalation but will not hesitate to defend its sovereignty and national interests.
The Iranian foreign minister's statement came after several Western countries imposed new sanctions on Tehran related to its ballistic missile program and regional activities.
