UK Minister of State for Europe, North America and Overseas Territories Stephen Doughty held a phone conversation with Azerbaijan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeyhun Bayramov, Azerbaijan’s Foreign Ministry told APA.
The growing military escalation in the Middle East was the main topic of discussion between the sides.
The UK side expressed serious concern over Iran’s drone attack against Azerbaijan, emphasizing that threats targeting the country’s civilian infrastructure and the safety of its population are unacceptable.
Minister Jeyhun Bayramov noted that such actions contribute to further escalation in the region. He also stressed that all necessary measures are being taken to ensure Azerbaijan’s security.
During the phone conversation, the sides also exchanged views on issues on the bilateral agenda, as well as bilateral and regional cooperation.
