Iran and Turkmenistan foreign ministers discuss ties and regional issues in phone call

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and Turkmen Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov held a telephone conversation on Monday evening, according to a report by Mehr News. The two diplomats exchanged views on key regional issues and the latest international developments.

During the call, the two sides reviewed the latest regional developments and emphasized the importance of continuing diplomatic consultations and political efforts aimed at reducing tensions and establishing lasting stability and security in the region. The statement did not specify which regional issues were discussed or whether any concrete agreements or follow-up meetings were planned.

The call reflects ongoing diplomatic engagement between Tehran and Ashgabat, which share a long border and have maintained cooperative relations across political, economic and regional matters. Turkmenistan, which borders Iran to the northeast, has regularly served as a channel for regional dialogue.

The Mehr News report did not provide further details on the content of the discussions or any outcomes from the conversation. According to Mehr News, the two ministers used the call to reaffirm their commitment to continued political and diplomatic efforts toward regional stability.