Arab League condemns Iran's interference in the internal affairs of Arab states

CAIRO, 24th December 2015 (WAM) --- The Arab League's Council of Foreign Ministers has condemned Iran's interference in the internal affairs of Arab states as a "grave threat" to regional and international peace and security and as a violation of the international law and the principles of good neighbourly relations.

In a statement issued at the conclusion of the council's extraordinary session, the Arab foreign ministers demanded Iran stop using force, threats, violations, provocative actions to sow the seeds of division and sectarian strife among the nationals of Arab countries.

The Arab foreign ministers also demanded Iran stop supporting terrorism and sabotage and provoking violence through statements by its senior officials.

They described these attempts by Iran as interference in the internal affairs of independent and sovereign Arab states that threats confidence-building, security and stability in the region and violates international law and norms and the principles of the Charter of the United Nations and the Charter of the Arab League.

The statement of the Arab Council of Foreign Ministers called upon Iran to put its words into action and translate its declared desire for initiating dialogue and improving relations with the Arab states into practical and tangible steps.