Iran Says International Engagement With Afghan Officials Essential for Stability
Iran's UN envoy Gholamhossein Darzi says Tehran is closely monitoring Afghanistan and stresses continued dialogue with Afghan authorities.
NEW YORK — Gholamhossein Darzi, Ambassador and Chargé d'Affaires of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations, said Tehran is closely monitoring developments in Afghanistan, according to a report by IRNA.
Darzi stated that continued international engagement with Afghan officials remains essential for advancing stability and addressing the challenges facing Afghanistan, IRNA reported.
The remarks were made in the context of ongoing discussions at the United Nations regarding the situation in Afghanistan, though further details of the statement, including the specific forum or meeting at which it was delivered, were not provided in the report.
Iran shares a border with Afghanistan and has previously voiced concerns over regional security, refugee flows and humanitarian conditions there. IRNA did not provide additional details on specific policy proposals or steps Iran is advocating for as part of this engagement.
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