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asked Her Majesty's Government:Whether the Government of Iraq have provided the Government with an update on their initiatives to press Iran to cut off links with armed groups operating in Iraq, and to improve border security to help to stem the smuggling of improvised explosive devices.
asked Her Majesty's Government:Whether the Government of Iraq have provided the Government with an update on their initiatives to press Iran to cut off links with armed groups operating in Iraq, and to improve border security to help to stem the smuggling of improvised explosive devices.
Asked by
Lord Astor of Hever
(Conservative)
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Answered on
1 March 2007
The multinational force in Iraq co-operates closely with the Iraqi security forces in their efforts to stem the flow of weapons entering the country. On 15 February 2007, the Government of Iraq closed their border crossing points with Iran. This pause in operations was used to improve search facilities and crossing procedures at six of these crossing points, all of which have now reopened. The remaining crossing points will be closed indefinitely. In parallel, the Government of Iraq has engaged politically with the Iranian Government, to urge Iran to help to prevent the smuggling of material that might be used to attack Iraqi or multinational forces.
Subjects
Borders; Explosives; Iraq; Security; Weapons; Smuggling; Iran
Date
1 March 2007
Reference
2135; 689 c322-3WA
House
House of Lords
My Lords, we always encourage those who pursue democratic processes, but we will not seek to interfere directly in the internal affairs of a country that has those groups in it. I am sure that they would not necessarily welcome us doing so. We have been consistent in our support for those who have argued for a richer civil society. A great deal of work has been done in support of that civil society, and that is probably the way in which we will see the flowering of a far more pluralistic society in Iran.
My Lords, we always encourage those who pursue democratic processes, but we will not seek to interfere directly in the internal affairs of a country that has those groups in it. I am sure that they would not necessarily welcome us doing so. We have been consistent in our support for those who have argued for a richer civil society. A great deal of work has been done in support of that civil society, and that is probably the way in which we will see the flowering of a far more pluralistic society in Iran.
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Asked by
Lord Wedderburn of Charlton
(Crossbench)
Type
Oral answers to questions
My Lords, the Minister speaks of keeping channels open. Will the Government renew their support for groups inside Iran that are pressing peacefully for democratic change? Will they reconsider the freezing of their assets in the way that is objectionable in the light of a court of the European Union in Luxembourg?
Subjects
Iraq; Foreign relations; Afghanistan; Iran; Middle East; Persian Gulf
Date
26 February 2007
Reference
689 c1357-8
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, this Government have decided that they wish to keep channels of communication open and fruitful, and they are engaged with others, particularly on the Iranian nuclear portfolio. That has all been broadly helpful, and there is a good deal of co-operation among a number of nations, including the United States, around UN Security Council Resolution 1737. I take the view that diplomatic discussions and the attempts to persuade Iran to take a different route remain absolutely fundamental to our efforts. I comment only on our own efforts in that regard; they are the right way to go.
My Lords, this Government have decided that they wish to keep channels of communication open and fruitful, and they are engaged with others, particularly on the Iranian nuclear portfolio. That has all been broadly helpful, and there is a good deal of co-operation among a number of nations, including the United States, around UN Security Council Resolution 1737. I take the view that diplomatic discussions and the attempts to persuade Iran to take a different route remain absolutely fundamental to our efforts. I comment only on our own efforts in that regard; they are the right way to go.
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Asked by
Lord Anderson of Swansea
(Labour)
Type
Oral answers to questions
My Lords, it is clear that Iran is playing a negative role, not only in the area mentioned by the noble Lord, Lord Astor, but in other areas—such as encouraging Hezbollah and Hamas. Yet the old Soviet Union played such a negative role in the past, and in response we decided to contain and engage with all the instruments of soft power available to us. Are there not serious lessons to be learned now regarding Iran from that experience, and is it not quite wrong that the US—contrary to our interests and general western interests—refuses to parlay with Iran in areas of important interest worldwide?
Subjects
Iraq; Foreign relations; Afghanistan; Iran; Middle East; Persian Gulf
Date
26 February 2007
Reference
689 c1356-7
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, I understand that the Iranian navy has traditionally been the smallest element of its armed forces, but with a significant headquarters in the Strait of Hormuz and smaller bases in the Caspian Sea and the northern Gulf. It plainly has an ability to exercise considerable influence over waterways in that area, and could have the ability to disrupt shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. There are grounds for thinking that our forces and forces of other members of the international community could dissuade it from doing so, but that would depend to some extent on whether it showed good sense and international community spirit in how it operated.
My Lords, I understand that the Iranian navy has traditionally been the smallest element of its armed forces, but with a significant headquarters in the Strait of Hormuz and smaller bases in the Caspian Sea and the northern Gulf. It plainly has an ability to exercise considerable influence over waterways in that area, and could have the ability to disrupt shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. There are grounds for thinking that our forces and forces of other members of the international community could dissuade it from doing so, but that would depend to some extent on whether it showed good sense and international community spirit in how it operated.
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Asked by
Lord Astor of Hever
(Conservative)
Type
Oral answers to questions
My Lords, I am grateful to the Minister for that reply. The recent provocative Iranian exercises in the Gulf, with new anti-ship missiles and practice attacks on barges, demonstrate an ability to disrupt sea traffic in that vital international waterway. Can the Minister confirm that we have sufficient Royal Navy ships in the area to protect our right of free passage?
Subjects
Iraq; Foreign relations; Afghanistan; Iran; Middle East; Persian Gulf
Date
26 February 2007
Reference
689 c1356
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, that is an entirely practical suggestion, and work has started in order to deal with issues of border security and eradication. It is in the interests of the Iranian people and most certainly in the interests of the people of the United Kingdom that we pursue that kind of work and succeed in it.
My Lords, that is an entirely practical suggestion, and work has started in order to deal with issues of border security and eradication. It is in the interests of the Iranian people and most certainly in the interests of the people of the United Kingdom that we pursue that kind of work and succeed in it.
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Asked by
Lord Howell of Guildford
(Conservative)
Type
Oral answers to questions
My Lords, does the Minister agree that one area where we might work very positively with the Iranians is on the difficult question of controlling poppy cultivation in Afghanistan? The Iranians have considerable experience and quite a good track record in that area. Despite all the difficulties that we have to handle, and the rather aggressive approach of some of the Iranian pronouncements, could we not work positively with them in that area where success is badly needed because, frankly, the drug problem is getting worse?
Subjects
Iraq; Foreign relations; Afghanistan; Iran; Middle East; Persian Gulf
Date
26 February 2007
Reference
689 c1358
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, I think there is some evidence—admittedly it has not been shared widely because a good deal of it has come through confidential and intelligence sources—about a contribution in that area. There may well need to be an assessment of what has been said in the Times before a more detailed report can be given. I am sure that the House will accept that some areas of this will never—at least, not in my lifetime—be susceptible to detailed analysis.
My Lords, I think there is some evidence—admittedly it has not been shared widely because a good deal of it has come through confidential and intelligence sources—about a contribution in that area. There may well need to be an assessment of what has been said in the Times before a more detailed report can be given. I am sure that the House will accept that some areas of this will never—at least, not in my lifetime—be susceptible to detailed analysis.
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Asked by
Lord Roberts of Conwy
(Conservative)
Type
Oral answers to questions
My Lords, can the noble Lord confirm what is stated in a letter in the Times today—namely, that Iran contributed to the defeat of al-Qaeda and the Taliban in Afghanistan? What sort of value and assessment have the Government made of that contribution regarding the future in Afghanistan?
Subjects
Iraq; Foreign relations; Afghanistan; Iran; Middle East; Persian Gulf
Date
26 February 2007
Reference
689 c1357
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, we continue to work to engage with Iran, as I said in my opening comments. We have, alongside that, made clear our objections to the interference that has taken place in Iraq, but that does not alter the general trajectory of diplomatic approach as a key implement in this matter. We are trying to ensure that all those who engage in the international community take that view.
My Lords, we continue to work to engage with Iran, as I said in my opening comments. We have, alongside that, made clear our objections to the interference that has taken place in Iraq, but that does not alter the general trajectory of diplomatic approach as a key implement in this matter. We are trying to ensure that all those who engage in the international community take that view.
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Asked by
Lord Hannay of Chiswick
(Crossbench)
Type
Oral answers to questions
My Lords, could the noble Lord confirm that it remains government policy to support the recommendation of the Baker-Hamilton report that Iran, along with Iraq’s other neighbours, needs to be firmly engaged in an effort to stabilise Iraq? What are the Government doing about getting that support?
Subjects
Iraq; Foreign relations; Afghanistan; Iran; Middle East; Persian Gulf
Date
26 February 2007
Reference
689 c1357
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, Iran is an influential player in the Middle East, including in maritime areas. There are many close ties between Iran and its neighbours, Iraq and Afghanistan. The Iranian Government have committed to support the Government of Afghanistan and the international community to build security and stability. We welcome Iran’s efforts to stem the flow of illegal narcotics across the Iran-Afghanistan border.
My Lords, Iran is an influential player in the Middle East, including in maritime areas. There are many close ties between Iran and its neighbours, Iraq and Afghanistan. The Iranian Government have committed to support the Government of Afghanistan and the international community to build security and stability. We welcome Iran’s efforts to stem the flow of illegal narcotics across the Iran-Afghanistan border.
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Asked by
Lord Astor of Hever
(Conservative)
Type
Oral answers to questions
What assessment they have made of Iran’s influence on events in Iraq, Afghanistan and international seaways.
Subjects
Iraq; Foreign relations; Afghanistan; Iran; Middle East; Persian Gulf
Date
26 February 2007
Reference
689 c1356
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
My Lords, discussions have taken place on a number of occasions. Through the Foreign Secretary, we have sought to have discussions through normal diplomatic routes. In all those cases, we are trying to get normalisation and stability in arrangements around the international seaways.
My Lords, discussions have taken place on a number of occasions. Through the Foreign Secretary, we have sought to have discussions through normal diplomatic routes. In all those cases, we are trying to get normalisation and stability in arrangements around the international seaways.
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Asked by
Lord Garden
(Liberal Democrat)
Type
Oral answers to questions
My Lords, in the light of the Minister’s answers, what discussions have Her Majesty’s Government had with Iran in the past 12 months about mutual security interests in Iraq, Afghanistan and the international seaways?
Subjects
Iraq; Foreign relations; Afghanistan; Iran; Middle East; Persian Gulf
Date
26 February 2007
Reference
689 c1357
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
What assessment they have made of Iran’s influence on events in Iraq, Afghanistan and international seaways.
What assessment they have made of Iran’s influence on events in Iraq, Afghanistan and international seaways.
Asked by
Lord Astor of Hever
(Conservative)
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Oral questions - Lead
Status
Answered
For answer on
26 February 2007
Answered on
26 February 2007
My Lords, Iran is an influential player in the Middle East, including in maritime areas. There are many close ties between Iran and its neighbours, Iraq and Afghanistan. The Iranian Government have committed to support the Government of Afghanistan and the international community to build security and stability. We welcome Iran’s efforts to stem the flow of illegal narcotics across the Iran-Afghanistan border.
Subjects
Iraq; Foreign relations; Afghanistan; Iran; Middle East; Persian Gulf
Date
26 February 2007
Reference
689 c1356
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
Lords debate on motion to call attention to the issues which Her Majesty's Government face in Iraq. Motion withdrawn. (Part 2 of 2)
Lords debate on motion to call attention to the issues which Her Majesty's Government face in Iraq. Motion withdrawn. (Part 2 of 2)
Lead member
Lord Hurd of Westwell
Answering member
Lord Triesman
Department
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Type
Debates
Subjects
Armed forces; Armed conflict; Deployment; Inquiries; Intelligence services; Iraq; Police; Peacekeeping operations; Politics and government; Military alliances; Security; Violence; USA; Iran; Syria; Reconstruction; Iraq conflict; Basra
Date
22 February 2007
Reference
689 c1217-62
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
Lords debate on motion to call attention to the issues which Her Majesty's Government face in Iraq. Motion withdrawn. (Part 1 of 2)
Lords debate on motion to call attention to the issues which Her Majesty's Government face in Iraq. Motion withdrawn. (Part 1 of 2)
Lead member
Lord Hurd of Westwell
Answering member
Lord Triesman
Department
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Type
Debates
Subjects
Armed forces; Armed conflict; Deployment; Inquiries; Intelligence services; Iraq; Police; Peacekeeping operations; Politics and government; Military alliances; Security; Violence; USA; Iran; Syria; Reconstruction; Iraq conflict; Basra
Date
22 February 2007
Reference
689 c1181-206
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
asked Her Majesty's Government:What representations they have made to the Government of Iraq and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees on the protection of 3,500 Iranian exiles in Camp Ashraf.
asked Her Majesty's Government:What representations they have made to the Government of Iraq and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees on the protection of 3,500 Iranian exiles in Camp Ashraf.
Asked by
Lord Avebury
(Liberal Democrat)
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Answered on
8 February 2007
We have encouraged the Iraqi Ministry of Human Rights to ensure that any action taken with regard to Camp Ashraf respects the rights of the individuals involved and is in line with international standards. We understand that the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees has been working with the Iraqi Ministry of Human Rights to assist the voluntary return of approximately 300 residents of Camp Ashraf.
Subjects
Iraq; Iran; Mujahedin-e Khalq
Date
8 February 2007
Reference
689 c161WA; 1678
House
House of Lords
asked Her Majesty's Government:What is their response to the recent Government of the United States references to Iran and Syria, following the suggestion by the Iraq Study Group that these two countries should be more actively involved in giving advice on how to resolve the problems in Iraq.
asked Her Majesty's Government:What is their response to the recent Government of the United States references to Iran and Syria, following the suggestion by the Iraq Study Group that these two countries should be more actively involved in giving advice on how to resolve the problems in Iraq.
Asked by
Lord Dykes
(Liberal Democrat)
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Answered on
29 January 2007
As my right honourable friend the Foreign Secretary told the Foreign Affairs and Defence Select Committees on 11 January, the UK continues to have greater direct engagement with Iran and Syria than the US, but the messages we are conveying are not different. As my right honourable friend the Prime Minister has said, Syria and Iran face a strategic choice between whether to play a constructive role in the region or face isolation. We welcome the direct engagement that the Iraqi Government have pushed with both countries in recent months.
Subjects
Iraq; Iran; Syria
Date
29 January 2007
Reference
1536; 689 c12-3WA
House
House of Lords
Lords debate on motion to call attention to the situation in Iran. Motion withdrawn.
Lords debate on motion to call attention to the situation in Iran. Motion withdrawn.
Lead member
Lord Hurd of Westwell
Answering member
Lord Triesman
Department
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Type
Parliamentary proceedings
Subjects
Women; Human rights; Iraq; International Atomic Energy Agency; Nuclear weapons; Proscribed organisations; Nuclear fuels; Proliferation; Terrorism; Violence; Sanctions; Afghanistan; Russia; Israel; Palestine; Iran; Middle East; Peace negotiations; UN Security Council
Date
9 February 2006
Reference
678 c777-824
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords
Whether they have evidence of official Iranian involvement with a prison at Jadariya in Iraq where torture may have occurred; and, if so, whether they will make representations to the Government of Iran about this matter.
Whether they have evidence of official Iranian involvement with a prison at Jadariya in Iraq where torture may have occurred; and, if so, whether they will make representations to the Government of Iran about this matter.
Asked by
Lord Hylton
(Crossbench)
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Answered on
20 December 2005
We have no evidence of official Iranian involvement in any prison in Iraq.
Subjects
Iraq; Prisoners; Torture; Iran
Date
20 December 2005
Reference
2954; 676 c259WA
House
House of Lords
What progress has been made in securing the return of United Kingdom naval vessels seized by Iran in international waters.
What progress has been made in securing the return of United Kingdom naval vessels seized by Iran in international waters.
Asked by
Lord Corbett of Castle Vale
(Labour)
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Answered on
8 November 2005
We continue to press for the return of the Royal Navy boats and equipment seized by Iranian forces in June 2004. Their return is the subject of ongoing discussions between the Government and the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Subjects
Defence equipment; Iraq; Navy; Iran; Patrol craft
Date
8 November 2005
Reference
675 c70WA; 1974
House
House of Lords
Whether they will publish the evidence on which the Prime Minister based his statement that information about explosive devices used against British troops in Iraq suggests the involvement of either Iranian elements or Hezbollah.
Whether they will publish the evidence on which the Prime Minister based his statement that information about explosive devices used against British troops in Iraq suggests the involvement of either Iranian elements or Hezbollah.
Asked by
Lord Avebury
(Liberal Democrat)
Answered by
Lord Triesman
(Labour)
Type
Written questions
Status
Answered
Answered on
2 November 2005
As a matter of routine, we examine weapons used against British Forces with a view to determine their origins. We are withholding this information on the grounds that to release it would prejudice the capability, effectiveness, and security of the Armed Forces.
Subjects
Arms trade; Explosives; Iraq; Peacekeeping operations; Terrorism; Iran; Hezbollah
Date
2 November 2005
Reference
1701; 675 c22WA
House
House of Lords
Lords debate on Queens speech (third day) on foreign affairs defence and international development.
Lords debate on Queens speech (third day) on foreign affairs defence and international development.
Lead member
Lord Drayson
Answering member
Lord Triesman
Department
Department for International Development; Ministry of Defence; Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Type
Queen's speech debates
Procedure
Addresses to the Crown
Subjects
Armed forces; Defence; Army; Developing countries; Development aid; Arms trade; Defence equipment; China; Africa; Iraq; European Constitution Treaty; EU common foreign and security policy; Foreign policy; Nuclear weapons; Peacekeeping operations; Procurement; Navy; Military law; Terrorism; Security; United Nations; USA; Afghanistan; NATO; Israel; Sudan; Palestine; Iran; Middle East; Aircraft carriers; Darfur; EU external relations; Asia; Conflict prevention; Conflict resolution
Date
19 May 2005
Reference
672 c110-227
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
House
House of Lords