Iran is ready to assist Sri Lanka at any time, reaffirming its friendship with the country, Iranian Ambassador to Sri Lanka Alireza Delkhosh said at a special media briefing in Colombo.
He stated that if Sri Lanka requests oil or any other essential goods, Iran is prepared to provide them.
Ambassador Alireza Delkhosh further clarified that Iran has not closed the Strait of Hormuz to its friendly nations.
He noted that Iran does not wish to see Sri Lanka face difficulties, describing the island as a highly respected country for Iran.
Recalling past cooperation, he highlighted Sri Lanka’s role in rescuing crew members from the Iranian warship IRIS Dena, which was struck by a U.S. torpedo attack, after Iran made a formal request for assistance.
Meanwhile, the Ambassador added that the Iranian government is ready to provide necessary facilities for Sri Lankans residing in Iran should they wish to return home. (Newswire)
Iran is ready to assist Sri Lanka at any time, reaffirming its friendship with the country, Iranian Ambassador to Sri Lanka Alireza Delkhosh said at a special media briefing in Colombo.
He stated that if Sri Lanka requests oil or any other essential goods, Iran is prepared to… pic.twitter.com/CCfJNS2C6Y
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