Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on phone with Iranian President Masoud Pejeshkian on Saturday. This is the second conversation between PM Modi and Pejeshkian after the war started on February 28. PM Modi condemned the attacks on critical infrastructure in the Middle East.
He stressed the need for open and safe shipping routes. Earlier, PM Modi had talked to Masood Pejeshkian over phone on March 13. Then he expressed deep concern over the situation in the Middle East, the increasing tension and the damage caused to civilian infrastructure.
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PM Modi wrote on X, ‘Spoke to President Dr. Masoud Pejeshkian. Wished them happy Eid and Navroz. We expressed hope that this festive season will bring peace, stability and prosperity to West Asia. Condemned the attacks on critical infrastructure in the region, which threaten regional stability and disrupt global supply chains.’
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PM Modi further reiterated the importance of protecting freedom of navigation and ensuring that shipping routes remain open and safe. Appreciated Iran’s continued support for the safety and security of Indian citizens in Iran.
Received signals from America to end the war
America, along with Israel, attacked Iran on February 28. Till now many senior military officers including Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei have died. In retaliation, Iran attacked Israel with drones and ballistic missiles. It also caused massive devastation in America’s allies, the Gulf countries.
The United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, Oman and Iraq were attacked by thousands of drones and missiles. The Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz led to a global energy crisis. Donald Trump has hinted at ending the war, but it is not yet clear how long it will last.
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