New Delhi (NVI): India today lodged a strong protest over comments by Iran’s Foreign Minister Javad Zarif on Delhi violence as it summoned Iranian ambassador Ali Chegeni over the matter.
The foreign office conveyed to the envoy that Zarif’s comments were over a matter that is purely internal to India.
Iranian FM Javad Zarif tweeted late yesterday: “Iran condemns the wave of organized violence against Indian Muslims. For centuries, Iran has been a friend of India. We urge Indian authorities to ensure the wellbeing of ALL Indians & not let senseless thuggery prevail. Path forward lies in peaceful dialogue and rule of law.”
Iran condemns the wave of organized violence against Indian Muslims.
For centuries, Iran has been a friend of India. We urge Indian authorities to ensure the wellbeing of ALL Indians & not let senseless thuggery prevail.
Path forward lies in peaceful dialogue and rule of law.
— Javad Zarif (@JZarif) March 2, 2020
