Publish Date: 5 July 2017 - 10:50

TEHRAN, Jul. 05 (MNA) – Iranian President Rouhani has forwarded a message of felicitation to the President of Venezuela on the occasion of the country’s Independence Day on July 5.

In his message, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani congratulated President Nicolás Maduro and the people of Venezuela as they celebrate the 206th anniversary of their independence on July 5.

President Rouhani stressed strong support for mutual efforts between the two sides for further development of relations in various fields and expansion of international cooperation.

He also prayed for the Venezuelan president’s continued health and success, as well as the nation’s felicity and prosperity.

Venezuela celebrates independence day on July 5 on the occasion of separation from the Spanish Crown in 1811. 

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