President Rouhani Congratulates Eritrea on Independence Day


President Rouhani Congratulates Eritrea on Independence Day

TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani on Sunday congratulated the nation and government of Eritrea on the occasion of the country’s Independence Day.

In his congratulatory message to Eritrea’s President Isaias Afwerki, Rouhani wished health and success for government and nation of African country.

Rouhani also expressed the hope that the ties between Tehran and Asmara would expand in all aspects.

The Independence Day of Eritrea is one of the most important public holidays in the country.

It is observed on May 24 every year. On this day in 1991, Eritrean People's Liberation Front forces moved into the capital Asmara, reinstating independence, following a 30-year-long battle against the Ethiopian military regime.

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