Iranian FM Ali Akbar Salehi says Iran believes the people of Syria have the right to enjoy all the rights enjoyed by other world nations, such as freedom of political parties, elections, and a constitution that encompasses all the wishes of a nation.

But he said Iran opposes inference of other countries in Syria's internal affairs - "change must be done by the Syrian government and the government has in fact promised changes to meet the demands of the people", such as reviewing the constitution, as well as to hold free elections.

"In fact, the opportunity must be given to the government so that change is achieved in a natural manner ... under the leadership of Bashar al-Assad".