Sheibani held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin's special envoy for Syria, Alexander Lavrentiev, and Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov in Moscow.
Why it matters:
Relations between Tehran and Damascus have worsened since the fall of Bashar al-Assad and the rise of new Syrian leaders.
The big picture:
Syria was an important country in Iran's regional strategy until the fall of Bashar al-Assad. Although there have been no official diplomatic contacts between the two countries, unofficial reports tell a different story.
"The Islamic Republic of Iran is indirectly in contact with Damascus and we have also received messages," Sheibani stated.
"We are carefully monitoring the developments in Syria and will make our own decision at the appropriate time," he added.
What they're saying:
Iran believes that Syria's future will be determined by the Syrian people, with the participation of all political currents. "Certainly, the stability and peace of Syria is of special importance to us and we are against any foreign interference in the affairs of this country," Sheibani underscored.
Tehran and Moscow reaffirmed their commitment to Syria's unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, emphasizing the importance of international efforts to establish stability. They also emphasized that internal issues should be resolved by Syrian parties through inclusive dialogue.
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