UAE, Iran hold talks to discuss latest regional developments

Friday, 19 April 2024 at 05:58

By ARN News Staff

The UAE and Iran held talks on Thursday to discuss the latest developments in the region.

During a call, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan spoke with his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.

Sheikh Abdullah emphasised the importance of exercising the utmost self-restraint and working to prevent the expansion of the circle of tension in the Middle East.

He added that diplomacy and dialogue are the only way to resolve differences and ensure the security of the region and the safety of its people.

In addition, the two top diplomats discussed bilateral relations and ways to strengthen them in a way that serves the common interests of the two neighbouring countries and the region.

Abdullah bin Zayed discusses during a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian the current dangerous developments in the region, and their implications on regional and international peace and security. pic.twitter.com/riV3bR5f73
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