PM Modi speaks to Iranian President, stresses freedom of navigation in Hormuz Strait
- On Tuesday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian briefed Prime Minister Narendra Modi on West Asia developments during a telephone conversation, with Modi welcoming progress in negotiations and emphasizing freedom of navigation in the Hormuz Strait.
- The call comes amid weeks of military tensions in West Asia, where conflict erupted on February 28 between Israel and the United States on one side and Iran on the other.
- Washington and Tehran recently agreed to suspend all "kinetic activity" following the signing of a 14-point MoU, which outlines provisions for reopening the Hormuz Strait and easing financial restrictions on Iran.
- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that Tehran has "no plans" to meet American officials, clarifying that upcoming Doha discussions are technical-level talks regarding implementation of previously agreed understandings.
- Modi expressed hope that continued diplomatic efforts will lead to lasting peace in the region, as India reiterated that all issues must be resolved through dialogue rather than military escalation.
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Modi urges diplomacy in call with Iran’s Pezeshkian
Modi urges diplomacy in call with Iran’s Pezeshkian Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian about the latest developments in West Asia and the proposed path towards de-escalation. Modi said that, during Tuesday’s call, he stressed the importance of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz for India and the wider world, according to the Press Trust of India news agency. In a statement, the pri…
Pezeshkian expressed his gratitude to the Government of India and to Modi, the Prime Minister, for their constructive positions in favour of peace and stability in the region, while expressing his desire for the responsible nations to work together to avoid attempts to weaken regional security.
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LatestlyIranian President Pezeshkian briefs PM Modi on W Asia developments; India reiterates call for dialogue, lasting peace
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday briefed Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the latest developments in West Asia and the way forward during a telephone conversation, with PM Modi welcoming the understanding reached and reiterating that all issues should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy.
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The Economic TimesPM Modi speaks with Iran President, backs peace and free navigation in Hormuz Strait
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a dialogue with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian regarding the evolving landscape of West Asian affairs, expressing hope for a sustainable peace in the region. Modi reiterated India's approach to conflict resolution via dialogue and diplomacy, highlighting the imperative of secure navigation and trade routes in the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian President also invited Modi to attend the burial ceremonies for A…
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