Amid increasing tension in West Asia, PM Modi talks with Iranian President Masood Pezeshkian, emphasizes on peace and stability

New Delhi: Amidst the increasing tension in West Asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on phone with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday. This conversation took place for the first time between the two leaders after the start of the Iran-America conflict. During this, Prime Minister Modi expressed deep concern over the increasing tension in the area and the loss of lives of civilians.

Giving information through social media, the Prime Minister said that he discussed the current situation in West Asia with the Iranian President. During the talks, he stressed the need to maintain peace and stability in the region and clarified India’s stand that all disputes should be resolved only through dialogue and diplomacy.

Discussion on the ‘serious situation’ of the area

Prime Minister Modi said on social media that he had met President Pezeshkian to establish cooperation in West Asia. "critical condition" Discussed in detail. He expressed concern over the increasing tension in the area, civilian deaths and damage to infrastructure.

He said, "Expressed deep concern over the escalating tension and loss of civilian lives as well as damage to civilian infrastructure."

Raised the issue of security and energy supply of Indian citizens

During the conversation, Prime Minister Modi also prominently raised the issue of security of Indian citizens present in Iran. He also stressed the need for uninterrupted transit of essential commodities for international trade and energy supply.

He said that the safety of Indian citizens and "The need for uninterrupted transit of goods and energy" of India "top priorities" Are made.

Emphasis on solution through peace and diplomacy

On this occasion, Prime Minister Modi reiterated India’s commitment towards peace and stability. He also clarified that India’s consistent stand has been that any dispute should be resolved only through dialogue and diplomacy.

Iran shared information about the current situation

According to the statement issued by the Indian government, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian informed Prime Minister Modi about the current situation in the country. He also shared Iran’s perspective on recent developments in West Asia.

Thousands of Indians are present in Iran

According to the information, about 9,000 Indian citizens are currently present in Iran, which includes students, professionals, sailors and pilgrims. Indian authorities have already evacuated hundreds of citizens from Tehran to safer places.

Apart from this, a large number of Indian citizens have left Iran for Azerbaijan and Armenia to return to their country.

Foreign Minister Jaishankar has also held several rounds of talks

India has been continuously monitoring the situation since the Iran-US conflict started on February 28. In this sequence, Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar has talked to his Iranian counterpart Syed Abbas Araghchi thrice.

During these talks, issues like increasing tension in the region and ensuring safe movement of merchant ships were discussed.