New Delhi, March 25: Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with the Iranian Ambassador in New Delhi on Tuesday to discuss the ongoing conflicts in West Asia.
Following the meeting, Jaishankar took to social media platform X, stating, “Met with Dr. Mohammad Fatehali, the Iranian Ambassador to India, on Tuesday afternoon. We discussed the conflicts in West Asia. I appreciate the support extended to Indians in Iran during these challenging times.”
Last week, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also engaged in discussions with Iranian President Masoud Pajeshkian, focusing on regional developments and bilateral cooperation.
During their conversation, Prime Minister Modi extended heartfelt wishes to President Pajeshkian for Eid and Nowruz. Both leaders expressed hope that this festive season would bring peace, stability, and prosperity to the West Asia region.
Prime Minister Modi condemned recent attacks on critical infrastructure in the area, stating that such actions threaten regional stability and disrupt global supply chains. He reiterated the importance of safeguarding freedom of navigation and keeping international maritime routes open and secure. Modi also acknowledged Iran’s continued cooperation in ensuring the safety of Indian nationals residing there.
On Tuesday, while addressing the Rajya Sabha, Prime Minister Modi outlined the government’s stance on the ongoing conflict in West Asia. He noted that the war, now over three weeks old, is causing a severe global energy crisis that significantly impacts India. He mentioned that trade routes are being affected, leading to disruptions in the regular supply of essential goods such as petrol, diesel, gas, and fertilizers.
Modi highlighted that India has been actively engaged in diplomatic efforts since the conflict began. He has personally spoken with heads of state from most West Asian countries twice and remains in contact with Gulf nations, Iran, Israel, and the United States. The objective is to restore peace through dialogue and diplomacy, with particular emphasis on reducing tensions and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Reiterating India’s clear stance, Modi stated that attacks on commercial vessels and disruptions in international waterways like the Strait of Hormuz are unacceptable. He affirmed that India has unequivocally opposed all attacks on civilians, civilian infrastructure, and energy and transport-related facilities.
Modi concluded, “Any threat to human life in this war is against the interests of humanity, and therefore, India’s ongoing effort is to encourage all parties towards a peaceful resolution as soon as possible.”
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