TEHRAN – The Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Angola, Mansour Shakib Mehr, formally presented his credentials to President João González Lorenzo during an official ceremony held at the presidential palace in Luanda.

The ceremony was followed by discussions on bilateral relations and regional matters. 

During the dialogue, President Lorenzo extended warm greetings to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution and the president of the Islamic Republic of Iran. He also took the opportunity to condemn the actions of the Zionist regime, emphasizing the need for international intervention to halt Israel's aggressions in the region. 

Lorenzo stated, “We denounce these assaults and advocate for the establishment of peace and security in the region, urging Israel to cease its attacks.” He highlighted the devastating consequences of these actions, including the loss of countless innocent civilians and journalist lives, as well as the widespread destruction of homes, hospitals, and infrastructure, particularly in Gaza and Lebanon. 

The Angolan President further stressed the importance of establishing an independent state of Palestine, expressing Angola's unwavering support for this cause. 

Ambassador Shakib Mehr conveyed the greetings of Masoud Pezeshkian to President Lorenzo and advocated for the strengthening of bilateral relations between Iran and Angola, particularly in economic and commercial sectors. 

He expressed gratitude for Angola's stance against the Zionist regime and expressed hope that nations and the international community would unite against Israel's "apartheid and acts of genocide," mirroring the collective efforts that dismantled the apartheid regime in South Africa. 

The Iranian ambassador emphasized that this event marked a significant step forward in solidifying the diplomatic ties between Iran and Angola.