Mousavi: Distinguished relations between Syria and Iran have deep significance in this period

Tehran, SANA – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi stressed on Monday that Syria and Iran will continue reinforcing cooperation relations in all political, economic and military fields.

During the press conference, Mousavi pointed out to the signing of the agreement for enhancing military and security cooperation between Syria and Iran last week, affirming that military cooperation between the two countries is deep-rooted and it is not a new matter; rather it has witnessed a growth since the victory of the Islamic Revolution.

He said that the distinguished relations between the two countries have great significance in this new period where Syria and its people face foreign aggression and terrorism directed by regional and international powers, noting to the Iranian advisory presence in Syria which is upon an invitation by the Syrian government and people.

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