Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdallah Bou Habib on Friday  received a phone call from his Iranian counterpart, Hussein Amir Abdollahian, who relayed Iran's readiness to provide Lebanon with fuel and flour given "the importance of standing by Lebanon amid its dire economic conditions." 

Moreover, the Iranian Minister welcomed the return of Gulf ambassadors to Lebanon, “especially looking at Lebanon’s important regional role.”

Marking the International Day of Jerusalem, Abdollahian stressed "Iran's permanent support for Jerusalem and Palestinian rights, and its appreciation for Lebanon's support for the Palestinian resistance." 

Minister Abdollahian also touched on Vienna talks, stressing that Iran plans to continue negotiations and to remain optimistic about the chances of reaching an agreement.