The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mauritania summoned Jawad Abu Ali Akbar, the Iranian ambassador in Nouakchott, on Monday and conveyed its protest regarding some of his actions and movements that are inconsistent with diplomatic norms and the regulations governing diplomats' activities in host countries.
Details of Mauritania's protest
The ministry, without mentioning the details of the protested actions, emphasized mutual respect for the sovereignty of countries, non-interference in internal affairs, and adherence to diplomatic rules. This action reflects Mauritania's ongoing sensitivity to the diplomatic and foreign behavior of ambassadors in its territory.
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Arrest of residents of Bousdira
Meanwhile, local media have reported that Mauritanian police arrested three residents of the "Bousdira" neighborhood in the Boutilimit district two days ago, who had invited the Iranian ambassador to visit their neighborhood. This issue exacerbates tensions in the relations between the two countries and may have diplomatic repercussions.
Mauritania has maintained stable relations with Tehran over the past years while also pursuing its relations with Gulf countries. While seeking to strengthen its ties with Iran, it remains sensitive to diplomatic behaviors and aims to preserve its sovereignty and independence in foreign policy.
The summoning of the Iranian ambassador and the arrest of residents of Bousdira are indicative of the complexities in diplomatic relations between the two countries. These incidents may lead to further tensions and highlight the need for more active and intelligent diplomacy in the future.
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