Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Gambians Abroad, Sering Modou Njie, held a telephone conversation with his Iranian counterpart, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, as tensions between Iran and the United States continue to rise amid military threats and diplomatic maneuvering.
The call took place against the backdrop of a growing military buildup and escalating rhetoric from Washington, where Donald Trump has warned of possible strikes on Iran while accusing Tehran of advancing missile capabilities that could threaten the United States.
Details of the full discussion between the two foreign ministers were not disclosed. However, Minister Njie congratulated Araghchi, as well as the government and people of Iran, on the arrival of the holy month of Ramadan.
He also reaffirmed The Gambia’s commitment to strengthening friendly relations and expanding bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
In response, Minister Araghchi conveyed Ramadan greetings to the government and people of The Gambia and expressed Iran’s readiness to deepen bilateral ties. He also indicated Tehran’s willingness to coordinate positions with Banjul within international organizations.
The two diplomats further exchanged views on regional and global developments, including the ongoing standoff between Iran and the United States.
Their conversation occurred just hours before President Trump delivered his annual State of the Union address in Washington, DC, where he struck a confrontational tone toward Tehran.
While stating that he preferred diplomacy, Trump accused Iran of developing missiles that could “soon reach the United States of America.”
Iran has strongly rejected accusations that it is pursuing nuclear weapons. Araghchi said Tehran remained “crystal clear” that it would “under no circumstances ever develop a nuclear weapon,” while maintaining its right to benefit from peaceful nuclear technology.
He added that what he described as a “historic opportunity to strike an unprecedented agreement” would depend on whether diplomacy is prioritized, in an apparent reference to Washington’s continued threats of military action.
Meanwhile, indirect talks between the United States and Iran are scheduled to resume Thursday in Geneva. The discussions, mediated by Oman, will mark the third round of negotiations, with Muscat expressing hope that both sides will make progress toward finalizing a deal.
The diplomatic contact between Banjul and Tehran comes at a delicate moment internationally, as tensions between the United States and Iran raise concerns about regional stability and the prospects for renewed diplomatic engagement.
