Iranian President Discusses Regional Tensions with French Counterpart

On March 15, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi held a phone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss recent developments in regional tensions. According to Jin10, President Raisi stated that recent attacks on Kharg Island and Abu Musa Island were conducted using the territories of certain Gulf countries. He attributed the region's insecurity and instability to hostile actions by Israel and the United States. Raisi emphasized that the Iranian nation, government, and armed forces have never sought to create tension and conflict. He affirmed Iran's unwavering commitment to defending its territorial integrity and national security against aggressors. President Macron, on his part, stressed the necessity of ending the conflict and reducing tensions.