Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif warned on Friday that any military presence in the Persian Gulf from outside the region would be a “source of insecurity” for Iran, adding that his country would act to safeguard its security.
“Persian Gulf is vital lifeline and thus nat'l security priority for Iran, which has long ensured maritime security,” he tweeted.
“Mindful of this reality, any extra-regional presence is by definition source of insecurity - despite propaganda.”
“Iran won't hesitate to safeguard its security,” stressed Zarif.
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