Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad stated on Thursday that sustained peace and security in West Asia are contingent upon the removal of foreign military personnel. Paknejad specifically called for the dismantling of U.S. military bases currently operating within the region. He believes that the continued presence of foreign forces is a destabilizing factor. The statement reflects Iran’s long-held position on regional security. This call for withdrawal comes amid ongoing tensions and conflicts in several West Asian countries. No specific timeline or mechanism for withdrawal was proposed by the Minister. The Iranian official made these remarks in Tehran during a public address.