Iran Summons Polish Diplomat Over False Claims of Iranian-made Drone Supplies to Russia
Iran's Foreign Ministry summoned Poland's chargé d'affaires in Tehran, Marcin Wilczek, to protest false claims made by Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski. Sikorski claimed that an Iranian-made drone was being used by Russia in its ongoing war in Ukraine, and urged continued support for Kiev. Iran's Foreign Ministry assistant, Mahmoud Heidari, dismissed the "baseless" claims and expressed regret over the repetition of "clichéd" claims. The meeting comes as both Iran and Russia have repeatedly rejected allegations of supplying Moscow with drones, ballistic missiles, and related technology.
Key Takeaways:
- Iran's Foreign Ministry summoned Poland's chargé d'affaires, Marcin Wilczek, to protest false claims made by Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski.
- Sikorski presented an Iranian-made drone to the UK Parliament and alleged it was being used by Russia in its war in Ukraine.
- Heidari, Iran's Foreign Ministry assistant, dismissed Sikorski's "baseless" claims and expressed regret over the repetition of "clichéd" claims.
- Both Iran and Russia have repeatedly rejected allegations of supplying Moscow with drones, ballistic missiles, and related technology.
- Poland's representative office in Tehran stated that Warsaw is keen to boost relations with Tehran and will urgently convey Iran's protest to its country.
- Iran's strong protest to the Polish diplomat came as the country continues to deny supplying Russia with military equipment.
Statistics:
- No specific statistics were provided in the original article.
- However, it is reported that Iran and Russia have been accused of supplying Moscow with drones, ballistic missiles, and related technology for use in the war in Ukraine.
- The article does not provide a specific timeframe for the alleged supplies.
Sources:
- Press TV
- SyndiGate Media Inc.