The AEOI chief was speaking at a ceremony honoring late foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and other martyrs of public service.
Eslami praised Amirabdollahian’s integrity and patience, saying his words and actions matched.
“His resilience and consistent diplomacy were vital during times of intense regional pressure,” the AEOI chief noted.
Eslami spoke about the former foreign minister’s ability to bridge the gap between field operations, diplomacy, and media to effectively convey the Iranian nation’s message, adding that Amirabdollahian’s achievements cannot be denied, despite efforts by some to play down his contributions.
In other remarks, he reaffirmed Iran’s independent approach and said internal economic issues have overshadowed the public’s recognition of Iran’s global scientific and technological achievements.
He said, “Despite sanctions and disruptions, Iran has attained a high status in nuclear technology, which is on par with nations that have invested millions”.
Eslami added that the path is irreversible.
