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Portugal's foreign minister calls on Iran to avoid "escalation of tension"

Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel met with his Iranian counterpart at the UN, urging dialogue over tensions with the US.

25 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Portugal's Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel met with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Aragchi at the United Nations. During the meeting, Rangel appealed to avoid escalations of tension in the context of the conflict with the United States.

According to information from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Rangel emphasized the importance of keeping communication channels open and favoring diplomacy and dialogue, rather than opting for escalations of tension.

The appeal came amid rising tensions between Iran and the United States, with international concerns about the impact of potential conflicts in the region.

The president of Iran also expressed a willingness to reach an agreement with the US, according to reports. This attitude may be a response to Rangel's appeal during the meeting at the United Nations.

The meeting between Rangel and Aragchi is part of a broader effort to address the situation in the region, as diplomatic talks intensify among the parties involved.

This type of dialogue is considered essential in order to reduce tensions and promote peaceful solutions to existing conflicts.

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