Iran Supports Effective National Dialogue among Yemeni Parties: Diplomat
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Arab and African Affairs Hossein Amir Abdollahian reiterated Tehran’s continued support for national unity in Yemen, and called for effective dialogue among Yemeni parties.
“The Islamic Republic of Iran supports national unity, national and effective dialogue among all (Yemeni) parties as well as the completion of political process,” Abdollahian said on Monday.
He underlined that Tehran is closely monitoring the latest developments in Yemen, and said the country fully supports the peaceful and democratic transition of political power in Yemen.
“Tehran supports a Yemen which moves on the path of national unity, welfare of people and regional security and stability,” he said.
As regards Iran’s stance on Yemeni Ansarullah movement, the Iranian diplomat said, “In three fronts of anti-corruption, counter-terrorism and political process, the Yemeni Ansarullah movement has taken key steps to restore peace and stability to the country in line with the interaction among Yemeni parties and regional countries.”
In September 2014, Ansarullah forces gained control of Sana’a, following a four-day battle with army which is still viewed as loyal to the former dictator, Ali Abdullah Saleh.
The Ansarullah revolutionaries say the Yemeni government has been incapable of properly running the affairs of the country and providing security. The movement has established a transitional council to govern the country until a new government is elected.
