Iran’s deputy foreign minister for Arab and African Affairs has described as “useful” his talks with senior British officials about regional crises.

Hossein Amir-Abdollahian made the comments on Friday upon the conclusion of his official visit to Britain to discuss key Middle East issues such as extremism and terrorism in countries like Syria.

“During the meetings, the importance of achieving a correct understanding of regional crises and the need for a tangible change in Britain’s approach [to the crises] was highlighted,” Amir-Abdollahian said.

It was also emphasized in the meetings that security and military approaches have further complicated the situation and led to the spread of terrorism and extremism in the region, he added.

The Iranian diplomat said it was also agreed that simultaneous talks continue with the European Union and the UK to find solutions to the Syrian and Yemeni crises.

He noted that Iranian and British officials also exchanged views about fighting terrorism in Iraq and ways to render assistance to the Arab country’s government in this regard.

Mounting threat of terrorism

In his Thursday meeting with Britain's Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond, the Iranian official said ignoring the root causes behind growing terrorism and extremism in the Middle East region has increased threats by terrorist groups and resulted in the refugee crisis in Europe.

Amir-Abdollahian and Hammond discussed the latest developments on Tehran-London relations and regional issues, particularly the fight against terrorism and extremism.

Pointing to complicated developments in the region, the Iranian diplomat said Tehran has always pursued a constructive approach toward regional issues and believed that only political approaches can solve the crises in Syria, Yemen, Bahrain and Iraq.

Hammond also said that Iran plays an influential role in the region and added that London welcomes Tehran’s constructive part in settling regional crises.

The British foreign secretary also called for constant consultation with Iran on regional issues.

Amir-Abdollahian had traveled to London Monday.

By Press TV