Iran Backs Reforms In Syria: Vice President

Tehran, May 22, IRNA – Vice President for International Affairs Ali Saeidlou said here on Monday that Tehran is against any kind of foreign interference in Syria and supports reforms in the country. Saeidlou made the remarks in a meeting with Syria's Health Minister Wael Nader Al-Halki. “Iran and Syria have historical and cultural relations and Tehran is committed to expand its relations with Damascus in all fields,” said Saeidlou “Syria is in the front line of resistance against the occupying force of Zionist regime; Tehran supports Syrian people's demands for reform in this region; Syrian people have a good feeling about the beginning of reforms and see a brighter future for their country,” the official added. “Tehran is against any kind of foreign interference in Syria; however, the western propaganda machine has urged the Syrian nation not to attend the recent parliamentarian election, but they had a good participation; Iranian and Syrian nations have been always vigilant about the enemies’ plots against their countries.” Saeidlou noted that Iran-Syria relations are strategic and Tehran is ready to transfer its experience in all fields of knowledge to the brother country of Syria. The official condemned the latest rounds of violence and terrorist operations in the country. Syria's health minister for his part praised Iran’s stand towards Damascus, adding that Tehran’s position toward unrest in Syria proved the two nations’ close friendship. “Syria will stand against the hegemonic powers with total force; we trust in God and will change the current challenges into opportunities.” /end