Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday night (March 12, 2026) spoke to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian over the phone and discussed the "serious situation" in West Asia.
Mr. Modi expressed deep concern over the escalation of tensions in the region and the loss of civilian lives as well as damage to civilian infrastructure.
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The Prime Minister told the Iranian President that the safety and security of Indian nationals, along with the need for unhindered transit of goods and energy, remained India's top priorities.
“Had a conversation with Iranian President, Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, to discuss the serious situation in the region. Expressed deep concern over the escalation of tensions and the loss of civilian lives as well as damage to civilian infrastructure,” Mr. Modi said in a post on X.
