Iran should take the diplomatic path to address allegations of its involvement in assassination plots in European countries, as heightened tensions with any of them could negatively affect its overall relations with the continent and play into the hands of ill-wishers, a political analyst said.
“With regard to accusations of terrorism, Tehran has to thwart White House efforts that are potentially aimed at damaging and creating tensions in Iran-Europe relations through diplomatic channels,” Ali Bigdeli told the Iranian Diplomacy website in a recent interview when asked about an escalating diplomatic spat between Iran and the Netherlands.
On March 4, the Dutch government recalled its ambassador to Iran for consultations after diplomats at its embassy in Tehran were expelled.
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