Tehran opposes any change to the internationally recognized borders of South Caucasus countries

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has reaffirmed that Tehran supports the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of the countries in the South Caucasus, reiterating Tehran’s position against any change in the internationally recognized borders of the region.

"This is the clear stance of the Islamic Republic of Iran. I believe that all regional problems should be resolved within the region, through dialogue and diplomacy, excluding the use of force," Araghchi said at a joint press conference with Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan in Yerevan.

The Iranian Foreign Minister also praised the economic relations with Armenia, noting that they “are developing dynamically.”

"We have agreed to fully capitalize on the existing potential in the relations between the two countries," Araghchi emphasized, highly appreciating the deepening ties between the Armenian and Iranian peoples. He also expressed hope that bilateral cooperation in various fields would continue to deepen.

"Iran endorses Armenia's Crossroads of Peace program and believes it will create great opportunities for developing relations between the two countries," the Iranian Foreign Minister added.