ALWAGHT- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is set to visit France this week for discussions on bilateral relations and regional and international developments.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry confirmed that Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will visit France this week, following his participation in the annual Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) meeting in the Netherlands. According to spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei, Araghchi’s trip comes at the invitation of his French counterpart and will provide an opportunity to discuss both bilateral and regional issues, as well as broader international developments.
Key topics expected to feature in the Paris talks include longstanding bilateral matters, notably the case of Iranian national Mahdieh Esfandiari, whose situation has been a point of diplomatic concern. Beyond individual cases, the visit will address wider regional tensions, including conflicts in the Middle East, and international issues such as Iran’s nuclear program, ongoing crises in Palestine and Lebanon, and global security concerns.
Baghaei emphasized that Iran’s diplomatic engagement is guided by a principled approach based on mutual respect. Araghchi’s visit is intended to present Iran’s positions clearly and assert the legitimate demands of the Iranian nation, while also reinforcing dialogue with France as part of Tehran’s broader strategy to maintain constructive international engagement.
The visit highlights the importance Iran places on maintaining active diplomatic channels with European powers, particularly amid heightened regional tensions and ongoing international negotiations. Analysts suggest that Araghchi’s discussions in Paris could also serve as a platform to clarify Iran’s stance on international security issues, counter narratives regarding the Middle East, and strengthen cooperation frameworks with France in areas ranging from economic ties to regional stability.
