Clinton welcomes Iran's participation, but had "no plans" to seek out Iranian diplomats.."

Link

Al Jazeera/English, here

"The fact that they accepted the invitation to come suggests that they believe there is a role for them to play, and we're looking forward to hearing more about that," she said.......

Iran has voiced objection to the presence of foreign troops in Afghanistan. Mohammad Mehdi Akhoundzade, the Iranian deputy foreign minister, was quoted by Iran's official Irna news agency as saying: "The presence of foreign troops cannot bring peace and stability for Afghanistan."He instead called for a regional solution..."

Posted by G, Z, & or B at 10:12 AM

.... but Holbrooke had brief and cordial exchange with Iranian deputy FM...

The Cable, here

During the course of the conference, Rep. Holbrooke held a brief and cordial exchange with the head of the Iranian delegation, not substantive," Clinton said.

Posted by G, Z, & or B at 11:36 AM