TRIPP project must not alter regional geopolitics

Today, 14:36

Responding to a question about the TRIPP project and the trilateral meeting in Armenia, the Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said Tehran had repeatedly welcomed the unblocking of transportation routes but insisted that the project must not lead to changes in the region’s geopolitical landscape.

He said Iran had clearly communicated its concerns to Armenia regarding the potential presence of US forces in the region.

According to Baghaei, Iran had been assured that no US military forces would be stationed as part of the project and that Armenian companies would oversee its implementation. Nevertheless, he said Tehran was closely monitoring developments and would state its position whenever necessary.

The spokesperson for Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs commented on the Armenian Parliament’s recent resolution concerning the Trump Route project: ? We have always welcomed the unblocking of transportation routes. However, such projects must not lead to changes in internationally recognized borders or alter the region’s geopolitical landscape. ? We are certainly obliged to remain concerned about the actions and potential mischief of foreign forces, including the United States. We have conveyed our concerns to our friends in Armenia. ? We have been assured that this project will under no circumstances result in changes to borders or the region’s geopolitics, that Armenian companies will be responsible for construction, and that no US military forces will be stationed in the area. ? We enjoy very good relations with Armenia and will certainly continue to monitor developments with our eyes wide open and with full vigilance. Wherever our own interests and the collective interests of the countries in the region require it, we will clearly and transparently convey our concerns to the relevant parties.
— Tehran Times (@TehranTimes79) November 9, 2026