TEHRAN – Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Qassemi on Thursday voiced Iran’s support for a united, integrated and democratic Spain, urging people in Catalonia to pursue their demands through peaceful and legal ways.

“The Islamic Republic underlines the necessity for adhering to the rule of law, avoiding violence and confrontation, and pursuing demands through legal and peaceful ways and dialogue,” Qassemi was quoted by Tasnim news agency as saying.

He added that national integrity and synergy are better means to secure Spanish people’s interests and the country’s stability.

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