Iran: Regional countries stress respect for Afghanistan’s territorial integrity

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei stated that regional countries unanimously emphasize the importance of respecting Afghanistan’s territorial integrity and strongly oppose any foreign presence that threatens the country’s security.

Speaking at a recent press conference, Baghaei criticized the presence of the United States and NATO forces in Afghanistan prior to 2021, saying it resulted in increased insecurity and a rise in terrorism.

Addressing discussions around reopening of U.S. military bases in Afghanistan, he underscored that regional countries maintain a unified position against such moves, deeming them contrary to the interests of the region.

Baghaei further noted that during the recent Quadrilateral Summit in New York, as well as a subsequent meeting in Moscow, all participating regional nations reaffirmed their commitment to respecting Afghanistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

These statements highlight ongoing regional efforts to promote peace, stability, and cooperation in Afghanistan while resisting unilateral foreign interventions in the country’s internal affairs.