Lebanon urges Iran to engage only with official state institutions
Lebanon's foreign ministry responded to Iranian comments, stressing that bilateral ties must be conducted solely through official state channels.
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AILebanon's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has responded to remarks by Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi regarding relations with Beirut, emphasizing that ties between countries should be established through official state institutions, not through internal 'parties' or 'factions.'
In a statement, the ministry said it welcomed Araghchi's keenness to foster good relations with the Lebanese government, affirming that Lebanon has always sought, and continues to seek, the best possible relations with all countries, including Iran.
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The ministry stressed that Lebanon—like Iran or any other host country—would not accept its ambassador bypassing official state institutions to engage independently with isolated parties or factions.
It added that Lebanon has always adopted a rational, open, and constructive approach to various issues, expressing hope that all parties would adopt the same approach in their dealings with Lebanon.
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The ministry further stated that Beirut likewise does not accept such practices on its own territory, stressing that relations between countries are built with and through states, and that respect for sovereignty is a mutual principle that does not allow for selectivity or overstepping.