The ministers discussed the importance of restoring political dialogue and expressed hope for a quick resolution to the current situation.
Kulubaev also had a conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Oman, Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, where the parties exchanged views on regional issues and their impact on security.
Kulubaev reported the support of the President of Kyrgyzstan for the leadership of Oman and expressed gratitude for their assistance in the return of Kyrgyz citizens from the Persian Gulf.
In conclusion, the ministers emphasized the need for diplomatic solutions to stabilize the situation in the region.
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On February 28, Israel and the USA launched strikes against Iran, while Donald Trump announced intentions to destroy the nuclear program of the Islamic Republic.In response, Iran struck Israeli territory and other countries in the Middle East where US military bases are located. Strikes were carried out against Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai (UAE), as well as Riyadh (Saudi Arabia).
As a result of the enemy attacks, the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed, after which his wife, Mansure Khodjasteh, also died from injuries sustained in the attack.
Trump announced that the military operation in Iran would last about four weeks. Iran, in turn, called for jihad against the USA and Israel, stating that negotiations were impossible.
The situation in the Middle East has global consequences, including its impact on Kyrgyzstan, where thousands of tourists are stranded in the UAE. Contact numbers for embassies and consulates for Kyrgyz citizens abroad can be found here.
