TEHRAN -- Iran’s Foreign
Minister Hussein Amir-Abdollahian says recourse to diplomacy and promotion of dialogue constitutes the best way to resolve the current crisis in Ukraine, reiterating the Islamic Republic’s opposition to war in any part of the world.
Amir-Abdollahian made the remarks in a Thursday phone call with his Serbian counterpart Nikola Selakovic, during which the two sides discussed bilateral relations as well as the most important international developments, including the ongoing Russian military operation in neighboring Ukraine.
Referring to the latest moves by NATO with regard to the war in Ukraine, Iran’s foreign minister said “diplomatic path, dialogue and prevention of further spread of war constitute the most real way” to settle the Ukrainian crisis.
He also reiterated the Islamic Republic’s opposition to war and imposition of unilateral sanctions on countries.

Elsewhere in his remarks, Amir-Abdollahian reflected on negotiations in the Austrian capital with the goal of restoring Iran’s landmark 2015 deal saying that Iran is determined to achieve a good, strong and lasting agreement.
“Instead of putting forth excessive demands and slowing down the talks, the American side must adopt a realistic approach,” he said.
The Serbian foreign minister, for his part, said his country supports Ukraine’s territorial integrity and believes in a diplomatic path to promote peace in the region.
Selakovic also expressed hope that the Vienna talks will reach a decisive conclusion in the near future.