Armenia has provided humanitarian assistance to Iran, primarily in the form of medicines, Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan announced during a parliamentary commission session. He explained that the government had not previously publicized the aid because there was no need to “trumpet it.”
The announcement comes as the U.S.-Israel-led conflict against Iran enters its 24th day. Despite the escalating tensions in the region, Armenia has emphasized its commitment to maintaining peace along its borders.
Speaking to journalists, Mirzoyan said, “In the case of our brotherly Iranian people, we share their pain. Their neighboring Arab peoples and states are also our friends. We support efforts to establish peace as soon as possible in the region.”
Last week, the Iranian embassy in Armenia reported an urgent need for medicines and medical supplies. In a statement, the embassy said, “In response to numerous calls from our compatriots living in Armenia, as well as Armenian friends, for financial and humanitarian (especially medicines) assistance, we hereby inform that the Red Crescent Society of the Islamic Republic of Iran has expressed its readiness to urgently receive any necessary medicines and medical supplies from individuals, as well as humanitarian organizations, medical equipment suppliers, pharmaceutical companies, and rescue organizations.”
Amid the cautious silence of many world leaders, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan was among the first to congratulate Iran’s newly elected Supreme Leader. The legitimacy of the new leader is not recognized by the United States. Former U.S. President Donald Trump had warned before the elections that the late Ali Khamenei could not be replaced by his son, while Israel has threatened to target Mojtaba Khamenei as well.
In his congratulatory message, Pashinyan wrote, “I am confident that the strong ties between Armenia and Iran will continue to grow, achieving new successes. I take this opportunity to wish the friendly people of Iran well-being and lasting peace.”
Since the start of the conflict, Armenia’s National Security Council has convened three meetings, with the latest session held on March 9. The meetings reflect Armenia’s careful monitoring of regional developments and its proactive approach to ensuring stability near its borders.
