Ukrainian foreign minister says he discussed keeping tension low with Iranian counterpart
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on Wednesday he discussed ways of keeping tension in check at a meeting with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araqchi . Sybiha said on X the meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York was a follow-up to a telephone conversation the two held in July. In more than 4-1/2 years of conflict with Russia, Ukraine has faced barrages of…
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha met with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araqchi in New York, discussing methods to maintain low tensions during a follow-up to their July telephone conversation. The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has persisted for over four and a half years, during which Ukraine has been targeted by Iranian-designed drones.
In response, Kyiv has developed countermeasures and extended assistance to Middle Eastern nations facing Iranian drone strikes. Sybiha emphasized the importance of diplomatic dialogue, stating that their discussion centered on preventing any further escalation of tensions between their nations. The two ministers exchanged perspectives on the Middle East, Europe, and ongoing peace initiatives, reaffirming Ukraine's commitment to a prompt restoration of peace and stability in both regions.
The meeting occurred after a Ukrainian drone strike on an Iranian vessel resulted in the death of one sailor and injury to another. Iran had denounced the attack and threatened a retaliatory response. Sybiha had previously instructed Araqchi to avoid any provocative actions and to cease supporting Russia's war efforts against Ukraine.
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