11 Dec 2013 14:47

Lavrov: West beginning to understand need to invite Iran to Geneva II conference

TEHRAN. Dec 11 (Interfax) - The Western countries are beginning to realize the importance of Iran's participation in the international conference on Syria, known as Geneva II, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said.

"In my contacts with my Western counterparts and those from the countries of the Middle East and Northern Africa, I am beginning to feel their growing understanding of the importance of inviting all key players, including Iran," Lavrov said at a press conference in Tehran on Wednesday.