Algeria rolled out the red carpet on Tuesday for Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, who arrived in Algiers for a diplomatic mission aimed at deepening bilateral relations and confronting escalating tensions in the Gaza Strip.
President Abdelmadjid Tebboune received Araghchi at the presidential palace, where discussions spotlighted long-standing ties between the two countries and their shared positions on regional and international affairs. Algeria’s presidency later described the meeting as a reaffirmation of “enduring political solidarity.”
Speaking after the talks, Araghchi emphasized the historical bond between Algiers and Tehran, calling the relationship “rooted in mutual respect and brotherhood.” He extended greetings from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and formally invited Tebboune to visit Tehran—signaling Tehran’s intention to enhance strategic cooperation.
“Our dialogue covered a broad agenda, including regional crises and global alignments. Algeria and Iran continue to speak with one voice on the international stage,” Araghchi told reporters in Algiers.
Central to the discussions was the deteriorating situation in Gaza. The Iranian diplomat lauded Algeria’s unwavering support for Palestine, noting its consistent advocacy in the United Nations and Security Council sessions. He praised what he termed Algeria’s “principled diplomacy,” adding that stronger unity among Islamic nations was crucial to halting the violence.
Earlier in the day, Araghchi held a separate session with Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf at the Foreign Ministry headquarters, where the two reviewed cooperation across diplomatic, economic, and cultural fronts.
The visit highlights Algeria’s growing role in Middle Eastern diplomacy and Tehran’s push to consolidate support among regional allies. For both sides, the message was clear: partnership remains central in confronting shared challenges—whether at home, across the region, or on the global stage.