March 18, 2012 - 15:41 AMT
Iran concerned over escalating tensions in Karabakh

Iran's position on Nagorno Karabakh issue remains unchanged, with the country continuing to urge for peaceful settlement of the conflict, Iranian Embassy in Armenia said in a statement.

Iran's policy on conflict settlement is based on mediatory efforts towards establishment of a dialogue between the conflicting parties to achieve sustainable peace and stability in the region, the statement said.

As an only country sharing a border with the conflict zone, the Islamic Republic of Iran expresses concern over escalating of regional tensions.