Regional Problems Caused by US: Iranian President
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – President of Iran Ebrahim Raisi described the US’ excessive demands as the root cause of problems in the region, saying that real withdrawal of Americans from the region will contribute to peace, stability and security.
In a telephone conversation with Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi on Saturday, Raisi said the expansion of relations between the two countries has always been emphasized by Iran.
“In the foreign policy of the 13th administration regarding the expansion of relations with neighboring and regional countries, Iraq has a privileged position," he said.
"A strong and comprehensive government and a strong and united society in Iraq have always been emphasized by Iran,” Raisi stated.
Tehran and Baghdad had a successful experience in dealing with ISIL and Takfiri groups, which could continue in the field of strengthening regional security and stability, Raisi said, adding, "All problems and issues in the region can be resolved provided that trans-regional powers stop their intervention."
"The problems in the region are the result of the Americans' extravagance, and if they are expelled from the region in a real way, we will see that the countries of the region themselves can fully establish peace, stability and security by working together in the region," he said, according to the President’s official website.
Referring to the hardships inflicted on the Yemeni people, the Iranian president expressed hope that the Iraqi government would be able to take the lead in a regional initiative to lift the siege and enforce the rights of the Yemeni people.
For his part, the Iraqi prime minister said increasing the level of economic exchanges with Iran is very important for Iraq.
"Baghdad fully welcomes the policy of expanding Iran's neighborhood and regional relations and we hope the level of cooperation and relations between the two countries will increase and deepen," he stated.
