Amirabdollahian made the remarks in a phone call with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands Wopke Hoekstra on Friday, noting that the West pursues double standards and takes interfering stances when it comes to human rights and issues related to women in Iran.
Undoubtedly, the rioters as well as those involved in terrorism, violence, and usage of cold weapons and firearms against the police and security forces, will be handed over to justice in accordance with judicial laws of the country, the Iranian top diplomat said.
The attempt by certain Western officials and circles to provoke the Iranian youths and women, and the instrumental use of media outlets have been unconstructive diplomatic measures, which led to the spread of violence and terrorist acts in Iran, he criticized.
Wopke, for his part, pointed to four-century-long positive and historical ties between Iran and the Netherlands, underlining the need for the improvement of the consulate-level interactions to resolve issues related to nationals of both countries.
The Dutch official also appreciated his Iranian counterpart’s good faith to resolve the issues related to a Dutch national, calling for the continuation of talks to expand mutual ties.
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