Tehran:The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a response to Azerbaijan's recent decision to declare 14 Iranian citizens persona non grata, as reported by APA. During a press conference, Esmaeil Baghaei, spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, addressed this development.

According to Azeri-Press news agency, Baghaei expressed that Iran does not view Azerbaijan's action as a friendly gesture. He highlighted that the individuals in question are neither diplomats nor have they been present in Azerbaijan, questioning the logic behind the decision. Baghaei further emphasized Iran's dissatisfaction by stating that the move was unfriendly.

Additionally, the Iranian Foreign Ministry has taken official steps in response to the situation. Baghaei confirmed that an official protest has been lodged with Azerbaijan. The Azerbaijani ambassador in Tehran was summoned to the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where the protest was formally communicated. Baghaei assured that Iran would continue to undertake necessary actions and provide updates on the matter.