Iran's new president, Ebrahim Raisi said the Islamic Republic's regional policy is "a source of security," in a message of defiance to the West, which has been worried about Iran's regional influence as a destabilizing factor.
Raisi made the comments during his inauguration ceremony in the Iranian parliament Aug. 5. According to Iranian media, the event was attended by representatives from over 70 countries, among them Afghan leader Ashraf Ghani and Iraqi President Barham Salih.