Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with President of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian and expressed deep concern at the recent escalation in the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. In a social media post on Sunday, Mr Modi highlighted that they discussed about the current situation in detail. Prime Minister Modi reiterated call for immediate de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy as the way forward and for early restoration of regional peace, security and stability.

President Pezeshkian briefed Prime Minister Modi in detail and shared his perspective on the current situation in the region. Mr Modi conveyed that India was on the side of peace and humanity.

Prime Minister thanked President Pezeshkian for the continued support being extended for safe return and repatriation of the Indian community. The two leaders reiterated shared commitment to continue to work for strengthening bilateral cooperation in different areas including trade and economic cooperation, Science and Technology and people-to-people ties.