BAKU, Azerbaijan, March 1. On March 1, 2026, a
telephone conversation took place between the Minister of Foreign
Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Jeyhun Bayramov, and the
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Seyyed
Abbas Araghchi, the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry said, Trend reports.
The conversation focused on the situation arising from military
operations in Iran and the military escalation in the region.
The Iranian Foreign Minister provided information on the current
situation and the measures taken.
Minister Jeyhun Bayramov expressed serious concern over the
tragic escalation of the situation in the region. He conveyed
condolences regarding the death of the Supreme Leader of the
Islamic Republic of Iran, Seyyed Ali Khamenei, and innocent
civilians.
Hope was expressed for the prompt cessation of military actions
and for resolving the existing situation solely in accordance with
the norms and principles of international law, through dialogue and
diplomatic means.
It was also emphasized that the territory of Azerbaijan cannot
be used by any country against neighboring and friendly Iran.
During the telephone conversation, an exchange of views was also
held on other matters of mutual interest.
