Iran and Turkey: New Ankara Ambassador Presents Credentials to Pezeshkian

Credentials ceremony in Tehran

The newly appointed Turkish Ambassador to Iran, Ahmet Aydin Dogan, presented his credentials to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian at an official ceremony, the Iranian presidency reported on Tuesday, Anadolu reports.

Statements by the parties

At the ceremony, Pezeshkian said that relations between Iran and Turkey are 'close and brotherly' and, in his words, 'fortunately, they are expanding day by day.' He emphasized that the Islamic Republic's approach to Turkey and other neighboring countries is built on brotherhood and mutual respect. Given what he described as the sensitive situation in the region, the two countries should maintain cooperation and communication and strengthen bilateral ties.

Regional context

Touching on the regional situation, Pezeshkian said that Israel seeks to achieve its goals 'by committing crimes and genocide' and by creating division among Islamic countries, and that these goals are aimed not at one country but at all Islamic states. In his view, attempts to sow division and instability in the region will fail thanks to the cooperation of countries, especially Muslim peoples. He also said that Israel continues its actions with the support of the United States and some European countries, while a significant part of the international community remains silent in response to these crimes. These assessments belong to the Iranian president and are presented as relayed by the agency.

Priorities of the new ambassador

Dogan, for his part, confirmed his intention to strengthen relations between the two countries and said he would work to advance cooperation and ensure the completion of joint projects. The report does not specify which joint projects are meant or what personnel changes preceded his appointment.