Azerbaijan Says It Will Not Allow Its Territory To Be Used For Operations Against Iran

BAKU (Azerbaijan), Jan 30 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- Azerbaijan will never allow its airspace or territory to be used by any state to carry out military operations against neighbouring Iran, Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov said Thursday, Anadolu Ajansi (AA) reported.

Bayramov held a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, according to a statement by Azerbaijan’s Foreign Ministry.

During the call, Bayramov said the recent escalation of tensions in the region is a cause for concern, stressing that Azerbaijan has consistently stressed the need for all parties to refrain from steps and rhetoric that could lead to instability in Iran and its surrounding region.

He highlighted the importance of resolving issues solely through dialogue and diplomatic means in line with the rules and principles of international law.

-- BERNAMA-ANADOLU