Iranian FM Warns against Spread of Terrorism in Mideast, Europe
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif cautioned against the spread of terrorism and extremism in the Middle East region, saying that the wicked phenomenon can also threaten security in Europe and the entire world.
“There is no boundary to the phenomenon of terrorism and extremism. It can even threaten security in Europe and the entire world,” Zarif said during a meeting with Romanian Deputy Foreign Minister Carmen Burlaco in Tehran on Monday.
He also pointed to President Rouhani’s initiative titled “World against Violence and Extremism (WAVE)”, saying that the idea can be utilized as a basis for international cooperation to counter violence and extremism.
On December 18, 2013, the UN General Assembly overwhelmingly voted to approve Iran’s WAVE proposal, which calls on all countries around the world to unite against violence and extremism in all its forms and manifestations, including sectarian violence.
As regards Iran-Romania relations, the Iranian foreign minister said Tehran and Bucharest have great capacities which should be used to promote ties in various spheres, including in the area of economy.
The Romanian deputy foreign minister, for her part, stressed the need to strengthen bilateral ties and called for further exchange of visits by the two countries’ delegations at various levels.
Burlaco also emphasized the importance of consultation with Iran on the developments in regional countries including Iraq, Syria and Palestine.
