Why it matters:
The stability of Iran is the stability and peace of the entire region, one which is now in danger because of the U.S. meddlesome and imperialist policies.
Driving the news:
The Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Turkey in an effort to consult over the regional developments including the U.S.-generated tensions raised in the region these days.
What he's saying:
Referring to Iran and Turkey as two major state powers in the region, Dr. Abdullah stated that coordination between them plays a decisive role in shaping regional stability.
Aydın also noted that recent meetings between Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi hold significant importance for the region’s future.
He said that despite ongoing aggressive policies toward Iran, Turkey has clearly stood alongside Tehran and fully understands that any regional instability would immediately impact Turkey:
"In my view, the main issue is strengthening the capacity for joint action, and as we saw in the experience of Syria and Iraq, any chaos that arises in Turkey harms Iran, and any chaos that arises in Iran harms Turkey."
"We saw how the civil wars and unrest in Iraq and Syria affected the economy, society, and politics of both countries. Therefore, today governments are showing a willingness to enhance their ability to act together."
"The meeting between Hakan Fidan and Araghchi is also extremely vital for the future of the region in this regard. Iran is a country with a long state tradition and, beyond that, has a deep understanding of diplomacy."
"It is difficult to wage war against Iran, but easy to make peace with it."
In conclusion, Dr. Aydın stated that joint action by these “two friendly and brotherly countries” is essential to steer regional developments in a direction that benefits both nations and the entire region.
Context:
The United States has sent military equipment to the region, while Iran has announced its readiness for both dialogue and defense. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has traveled to Turkey for consultations on regional peace. He also met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan before meeting Erdogan.
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