The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers gathering in the Iraqi capital, according to a statement from Iran’s Foreign Ministry.
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The two diplomats exchanged views on the current state of relations between Tehran and Beirut and discussed opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
According to the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson, the meeting also addressed the importance of supporting Lebanon’s sovereignty and national security amid ongoing regional tensions.
The Iranian side reiterated Tehran’s support for Lebanon in confronting what it described as Israeli aggression and expansionist policies.
In a separate statement published on social media, Lebanese Foreign Minister Raggi characterized the discussions as frank and extensive.
He said the two ministers had explored possible approaches to resolving outstanding matters affecting relations between their countries.
The meeting provided an opportunity for both sides to exchange positions on bilateral issues and examine ways to address their differences through diplomatic dialogue.
