TEHRAN – In a phone conversation on Friday, Iran's acting Foreign Minister, Ali Baqeri Kani, warned that any new tensions in the region would be detrimental to warmongers.

His remarks came during a discussion with his Hungarian counterpart, Peter Szijjarto, where they reviewed the bilateral relations between Iran and Hungary.

Baqeri Kani highlighted the historically favorable relations between Iran and Hungary, noting that these ties have strengthened in recent years. He emphasized the importance of enhancing stability in the region and criticized the actions of the Israeli regime against Palestine and Lebanon. He stated, "The continuation of Zionist crimes against the Palestinian nation and the recent threats against Lebanon have created a new situation in the region. Any new tension will definitely be detrimental to the warmongers."

Szijjarto, Hungary's Foreign Minister, underscored the importance of diplomacy in both bilateral relations and the broader international arena. He expressed a strong desire to bolster ties between Hungary and Iran, particularly during Hungary's upcoming presidency of the European Union. Szijjarto conveyed hope that these discussions would lead to stronger bilateral relations.

The Hungarian diplomat also stressed the need for concerted efforts to prevent the escalation of conflicts in the region. He highlighted the crucial role of diplomacy in maintaining regional stability and avoiding further tensions.

This conversation between the Iranian and Hungarian foreign ministers underscores the mutual interest in strengthening diplomatic ties and addressing regional challenges through dialogue and cooperation. As both countries look to deepen their relationship, they also share a common goal of promoting stability and peace in the region.

On February, the top Hungarian diplomat visited Tehran as the head of a high-ranking delegation. He met with his then-counterpart, the late Hossein Amir Abdollahian, and signed a trade deal in agriculture and food industries. Szijjarto has also attended a Hungarian-Iranian business forum in Tehran to discuss sectors not affected by sanctions, including pharmaceutical, food, healthcare, and water management industries.

When asked about the challenges of working with Iran due to financial transaction limitations, the minister said the two countries can still cooperate in a multitude of areas.