Press release

UK Minister for the Middle East to visit Iran

UK Minister of State for the Middle East, Dr Murrison, will conduct a short visit to Iran on 23 June.

• From: Foreign & Commonwealth Office and The Rt Hon Dr Andrew Murrison MP
• Published: 22 June 2019

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The UK has an ongoing diplomatic dialogue with Iran. At this time of increased regional tensions and at a crucial period for the future of the nuclear deal, this visit is an opportunity for further open, frank and constructive engagement with the government of Iran.

Dr Murrison will call for urgent de-escalation in the region and raise UK and international concerns about Iran’s regional conduct and its threat to cease complying with the nuclear deal to which the UK remains fully committed.

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Published 22 June 2019