Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan extended his condolences to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian over the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and other Iranian officials in the joint US-Israeli strikes on the country.

“We are following developments around Iran with great concern. Please accept my condolences in connection with the casualties among the leadership and citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran,” Pashinyan said in a message to Pezeshkian, The Caspian Post reports, citing Armenian media.

“We will always remember the personal role of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ali Khamenei, in advancing Armenia-Iran relations,” he added.

The Armenian prime minister also expressed hope for the swift establishment of peace and stability in the Middle East, wishing Pezeshkian patience and the people of Iran peace and resilience.