Discussed the situation in West Asia and its implications. Also exchanged views on bilateral issues of mutual interest, says External Affairs Minister S JaishankarUpdated - May 15, 2026 12:36 pm IST - New Delhi PTI
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during a meeting with Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, left, on the sidelines of the BRICS Foreign Ministers' meeting, in New Delhi. (@DrSJaishankar/X via PTI Photo)
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi on Friday (May 15, 2026) held wide-ranging talks focusing on the West Asia crisis and its impact on energy supplies and maritime stability.The Iranian Foreign Minister is on a three-day visit to New Delhi to attend a BRICS conclave.
BRICS Foreign Ministers meet in India as Iran war, oil prices, internal divisions test bloc’s unity"Had a detailed conversation with FM Abbas Araghchi of Iran this morning in Delhi," Mr. Jaishankar said on social media.Had a detailed conversation with FM Abbas Araghchi of Iran this morning in Delhi. @araghchiDiscussed the situation in West Asia and its implications. Also exchanged views on bilateral issues of mutual interest. Appreciate his participation in #BRICSIndia2026.🇮🇳 🇮🇷 pic.twitter.com/1eCdnQ8igK— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 15, 2026"Discussed the situation in West Asia and its implications. Also exchanged views on bilateral issues of mutual interest," he said.Also Read | Jaishankar hits out at ‘unilateral’ sanctions days before expiry of U.S.’ Russian oil waiverThe External Affairs Minister also appreciated Mr. Araghchi's participation at the BRICS Foreign Ministerial meeting. Published - May 15, 2026 11:57 am IST
