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Japan-Iran Foreign Ministers’ Telephone Talk
June 16, 2025
On June 16th, commencing from around 18:00 p.m. (Japan Time) for approximately 15 minutes, Mr. IWAYA Takeshi, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, held a telephone talk with H.E. Dr. Seyyed Abbas ARAGHCHI, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran. The overview is as below.
- At the outset, Minister Iwaya expressed deep concern about the current exchange of attacks spreading throughout the Middle East region, stating that any action that further escalates the situation should be avoided, and that Japan urges all parties concerned to exercise maximum restraint.
- In response, Minister Araghchi explained the position and efforts of Iran.
- Minister Iwaya also requested for Iran's support in securing the safety of Japanese nationals, and Minister Araghchi responded that Iran will fully support Japan.
- Both ministers affirmed to continue close communication at various levels between Japan and Iran for the peace and stability of the region.