According to IRNA reporter, Sawsan Chebli, talking to reporters on Friday to a question on the role of Iran in international fight against ISIS, said, 'We welcome Tehran's constructive role in this regard.'
Referring to statements of German Foreign Minister in his meeting with President Hassan Rouhani in New York on Thursday, Chebli said,' As Mr. Steinmeier stressed Iran is an important and influential country in the region and has a decisive role in resolving regional crises including fight against the terrorist group of ISIS.'
She added Iran has also played a constructive role in the formation of the new government in Iraq which can be important in establishing peace and tranquility in that country.
'We believe that Iran has an important role in the region and it goes without saying that Iran's presence at the negotiation table on important regional issues will be influential.'
Chebli said Iran, with its actions against ISIS, has shown that they have a similar viewpoint with the international community on the fact that ISIS is a big threat for the region and the world.
She added Germany believes that all countries should have close cooperation in confronting ISIS.
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Publish Date: 26 September 2014 - 18:18
Berlin, Sept 26, IRNA – German Foreign Ministry Deputy Spokesperson said Berlin welcomes Iran's participation in international fight against ISIS and stresses on serious and constructive role of all countries including Iran in this regard.