On the eve of Iran's National Day, Mohammad Fathali, Iran's ambassador to India, engaged in an exclusive conversation with AajTak, shedding light on the current state of his country, its achievements, and the prevailing challenges. The ambassador highlighted that Iran is marking 47 years of its Islamic revolution this year, a significant milestone in its history.
Ambassador Fathali emphasized that despite long-standing international sanctions, Iran has achieved rapid progress in technology, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and other advanced fields. He pointed out the significant strides the country has made towards self-reliance even in difficult situations, leading to substantial development in economic and technical areas.
On the diplomatic front, the ambassador explained that the second round of talks has commenced, and Iran is eagerly awaiting positive outcomes of this process. Stressing the significance of the Chabahar Port, he stated that it is crucial for connectivity to Central Asia, and collaboration with countries including India is steadily increasing.
Source: aajtak
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Speaking on the security situation, the ambassador declared that Iran does not seek war, yet if war is imposed, the nation is fully prepared. He revealed that Iran has independently developed several military platforms and is countering challenges like hybrid warfare. Moreover, multiple foreign agents have been apprehended, including some linked to Mossad.
Regarding the protests in the country, he noted that there have been 3173 deaths to date, but this figure is being updated. People are encouraged to come forward with identification documents to ensure precise figures.
In conclusion, he noted that while Iran enjoys good relations with friendly countries such as China and Russia, the nation currently prides itself on complete self-reliance in defense and development.
