Baghaei, the spokesperson of the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, emphasized the importance of dialogue as the most effective weapon to confront threats in a note on the occasion of International Peace Day. In this note, he stated that power can serve both war and aggression as well as peace and justice. He also added: "Peace is not merely the absence of war, but also encompasses tranquility and prosperity."
Peace and Power from an Iranian Perspective
Baghaei, referring to the unique Iranian perspective on the concept of peace, announced that power should be utilized through peace and with courage in the path of confronting discrimination, fear-mongering, and the normalization of violence. He emphasized that in today's world, establishing peace requires continuous efforts and effective dialogues, and different countries should move towards cooperation and interaction instead of using force and violence.
Dialogue as a Solution
Furthermore, Baghaei stressed that dialogue, as an effective tool, can help reduce tensions and establish lasting peace. He pointed out that in the current circumstances, dialogue and diplomacy should be prioritized, and different countries should utilize their capacities to create positive and constructive communications. He also referred to the important role of international organizations in this regard and expressed hope that these organizations could play a role in creating an environment for constructive dialogues at the global level.
In conclusion of his note, Baghaei called for unity and cooperation among different countries to establish global peace and security, emphasizing that only through collaboration and mutual understanding can we respond to major global challenges and prevent the occurrence of wars and new conflicts.
