The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, has addressed a letter to President Ilham Aliyev.
Medianews.az reports that the letter states:
"On the occasion of the national holiday of the Republic of Azerbaijan - Independence Day, I sincerely congratulate you and your people from the bottom of my heart.
The peoples of Iran and Azerbaijan share numerous commonalities in history, civilization, culture, religion, and language. These common bonds have strengthened and solidified the friendship between the peoples of our countries. Undoubtedly, our unbreakable ties have laid a strong foundation for the development of relations between the two countries.
Since the Republic of Azerbaijan restored its independence, the Islamic Republic of Iran has always supported the development of mutual relations between the two countries. We are glad that today we are witnesses to a dynamic process in the relations between our countries, in accordance with the wishes and aspirations of our peoples.
I hope that this dynamic process, encompassing a wide range of bilateral, regional, and international issues, will continue at an even faster pace.
I pray to Almighty God for your strong health and success, and wish prosperity and peace to the people of the Republic of Azerbaijan."