Tel Aviv, Israel – Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar stated that Israel has not held any direct diplomatic contacts with Iran for nearly two decades.
He attributed this to what he described as Tehran’s continued commitment to the slogan of “destroying Israel.”
In remarks reported by Israeli media, Saar explained that the absence of direct diplomatic communication
between the two sides stems from Iran’s political and military stances toward Israel.
He emphasized that Tel Aviv considers these stances a direct threat to its national security.
Ongoing tension between the two sides
The Israeli Foreign Minister noted that relations between Israel and Iran have been increasingly strained for years.
This is occurring amidst an exchange of accusations and threats,
as well as disagreements related to Iran’s nuclear program and Tehran’s regional influence.
He added that Israel is closely monitoring Iranian activities in the region
and considers Tehran’s policies a growing concern for regional security.
Saar remarks come at a time of escalating tensions between Iran and Israel,
marked by an exchange of strikes and accusations regarding attacks on military and security sites and facilities.
Fears of escalation widening
Saar statements coincide with ongoing international diplomatic efforts
aimed at containing tensions and preventing a wider confrontation in the Middle East.
This is particularly relevant given the Iranian issue’s connection to a number of complex security and military matters.
Observers believe that the continued absence of any direct communication channels
between Tehran and Tel Aviv increases the likelihood of political and military miscalculations.
This is especially evident in light of the rapidly evolving situation in the region.
Meanwhile, Israel maintains its commitment to confronting what it describes as Iranian threats.
Iran, for its part, continues to reaffirm its political stance toward Israel
and its support for allied forces and factions in the region.
