TEHRAN – Ayatollah Seiyed Ali Khamenei, leader of the Islamic Revolution, told Qatar rulers on Wednesday that Iran prioritizes relations with its neighbors and wants mutual commitment.
Ayatollah Khamenei met Qatari Emil Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani, who visited Tehran as head of a high rank delegation at Tehran. President Masoud Pezeshkian also attended during the meeting.
“One of the announced policies of Mr. Peschian’s government is to expand relations with his neighbors. The grace of God has made good work and progress in this field. Respected foreign affairs Minister Arakichi is active and dynamic in this area,” the leader said, adding that expanding relations with neighbors has become a critical policy in the Islamic Republic.
The leader, who mentioned the agreement concluded between Emil and other Iranian authorities on Wednesday, expressed his hope that Iran and Qatar would strengthen cooperation in the neighbourhood and effectively utilize the contract for mutual benefit. .
No details of the contract are specified. However, Ayatollah Khamenei pointed out that Qatar has not yet implemented its previous contract on $6 billion in Iranian funds held in Doha after its release from South Korean banks. “We consider Qatar to be a friendly and brotherly country despite still unresolved vague issues, such as the return of Iranian funds transferred from South Korea to Qatar,” he said, “the Lord.” We also know that the contracts we have reached in this respect are implemented in the United States.”
The leader said that if he was in the position of Qatar’s ruler, he ignored pressure from Washington and praised the agreement. “We continue to look forward to such actions from Qatar,” he added.
Elsewhere in his remarks, Ayatollah Khamenei emphasized that “there is no difference between (different) presidents of the United States.”
Sheikh Tamim expressed his joy in meeting Iranian leaders and praised his support for the oppressed global people of the Islamic Republic, especially the Palestinians.
“Your unstable support for the Palestinian people will never be forgotten,” the chief told Ayatollah Khamenei.
Addressing the “challenging” local landscape, EMIR highlighted the need to increase cooperation among regional countries.
Qatar Emil also highlighted the existing agreement between Iran and Qatar. He said that the joint committee between the two countries will soon be revitalized, in hopes of a significant increase in economic exchanges in the near future, based on the agreed plans.
“New road for cooperation”
Before attending a meeting with Ayatollah Khamenei, Pezeshkian and The Emir held their own consultations and announced key decisions aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and promoting regional stability.
At a joint press conference, Pezeshkian emphasized Iran’s commitment to comprehensive relations with its neighbors, saying, “Iran is based on the good neighbours, mutual respect and constructive interactions in which the countries of the region have good neighbours, mutual respect and constructive interactions. He believes that it can maintain regional stability and security, maintain security and layer the foundations for creating a joint cooperation framework. “He said this consultation is important for both countries’ interests. He added that it covers bilateral issues.
Qatar Emil repeatedly reiterated this sentiment, highlighting the “need to create new opportunities for cooperation” between Iran and Qatar, according to Pezeshkian. Sheikh Tamim also expressed his satisfaction with his visit, saying such a trip “helps to expand the brotherhood and historical relations between the two countries based on good neighbours.” He highlighted discussions on cooperation in a variety of areas, particularly in the commercial and economic sectors.
The leader also addressed regional issues, including the Syrian situation. Pezeschkian said that “emphasized the integrity and sovereignty of Syrian territory and the participation of all of its people in determining their destiny.”
Both leaders acknowledged the ongoing Israeli war in Gaza, and Pezeshkian praised “Qatar’s mediation efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of the repressed Palestinian adductees.” He also highlighted the urgent need for Islamic countries to take “more coherent measures… to defend Palestinian oppressed people, particularly Gaza.”
Qatar Emil confirmed Qatar’s commitment to mediate Qatar’s lasting ceasefire in Gaza, saying, “Today, I would like to ask the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran for the success of Qatar and its partners to implement this contract. “We have assured that we are committed to mediating to the He expressed his belief that the mediation “will be a fundamental step in ensuring the provision of humanitarian aid without obstructing it, as we witness a permanent and sustainable ceasefire in Gaza.”
Sheikh Tamim concluded by highlighting the importance of dialogue in resolving local conflicts, saying, “I agreed that the best way to resolve current conflicts is through constructive dialogue.” I stated. He repeated Qatar’s support for the agreement that would lead to regional stability and prosperity.