Tehran [Iran], March 21 (ANI): On the occasion of Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday said that the country does not seek conflict with Islamic nations and called for regional unity amid ongoing tensions.
He also offered condolences over the reported killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei following US-Israeli strikes on Iran.
Denouncing the need for foreign presence in the region, Pezeshkian urged the formation of an “Islamic Assembly of the Middle East” and called on regional countries to “not fall into the traps set by our enemies.”
In his message, the Iranian president said Tehran does not seek turmoil in the region and does not intend to interfere in the internal affairs of other countries. He urged neighboring nations to work together to resolve differences while criticizing Israel for what he described as its role in regional instability.
“We declare to the world that we are not seeking turmoil in the region. We do not want any country to be forced to stockpile weapons and ammunition just to defend itself, constantly waiting and wondering whether its territory will be attacked or not. We are in no way thinking of interfering in the internal affairs of other countries. We absolutely do not wish for the security and stability of the region to be disrupted,” Pezeshkian said in a statement issued by the Iranian Embassy in Sri Lanka.
“This is something we can resolve ourselves by working together and joining hands. This is a message to the countries of the region: instead of using the media to promote the narrative to your own people that Iran is the cause of instability in the region, you should recognize and understand that it is Israel that is responsible for turmoil, instability, acts of genocide, terrorism, and sabotage in the region,” he added.
Pezeshkian emphasized that Iran does not seek conflict with other Muslim countries, describing them as “brothers,” and said external forces were attempting to create divisions among them.
“At the outset, I find it necessary to offer my condolences to the noble people of our country on the martyrdom of the Supreme Leader and the devoted servants of this nation. We do not seek conflict with Muslim countries. We are not pursuing war with Islamic nations; they are our brothers. The divisions that have emerged are the work of a treacherous enemy seeking to create discord among Muslims,” he said.
He also referred to recent attacks during the holy month of Ramadan, noting that Iran’s leadership, officials, and civilians had been killed, including in a strike on an elementary school.
Calling for unity and national solidarity, Pezeshkian said, “We must strive to set aside all grudges, resentments, and differences. This year, more than ever, we need a Nowruz that reflects unity, cohesion, and national solidarity. We must abandon hatred, overcome hardships, and join hands to ensure that our Iran stands proud amidst these storms and crises. Eid al-Fitr is a celebration of self-purification after a month of spiritual discipline.”
In his message, Pezeshkian described Iran’s neighbors as brothers and said the country is ready to resolve all issues with them. He proposed the establishment of an Islamic security framework among regional countries to ensure stability.
“Our dear neighbors who surround Iran, you are our brothers. For any misunderstandings or damage that may have arisen in our relations, we pray that God helps remove these differences. We are ready to resolve all issues with you. To ensure regional peace and stability, an Islamic security framework among Middle Eastern countries should be established to guarantee peace, security, and stability in the region,” he said.
“There is no need for foreign presence in the region. Together, we can form an ‘Islamic Assembly of the Middle East’ to coordinate security, economic, cultural, and political relations. We have no right to fight with one another. We must not, under any pretext, fall into the traps set for us by our enemies,” he added.
As the conflict involving Iran approaches its fourth week, tensions continue to simmer across West Asia and the Gulf, with spillover effects across the region. (ANI)
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