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Iran, Turkey foreign ministers discuss Muscat talks, other regional issues

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, left, and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan

The foreign ministers of Iran and Turkey have discussed bilateral relations and the region’s latest developments during a phone conversation.

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi spoke with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan on Tuesday.

The two sides also looked at the circumstances surrounding the indirect talks between Iran and the United States in Muscat.

The Iranian foreign minister praised Turkey’s constructive stance on the Muscat talks.

Fidan told Araghchi that Ankara welcomed the Muscat talks and was ready to offer comprehensive support.

The two sides also discussed consular affairs and issues concerning Iranian citizens in Turkey.

On April 12, Iranian and American delegations held the first round of indirect negotiations in the Omani capital.

Following the completion of the first round, Iran’s foreign minister said the next round is expected to take place on April 19, at the same level.

“After consultations, it was decided that Muscat will continue to host the second round of these talks, which will be held on Saturday (April 19,)” Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said on Monday.


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