External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi in New Delhi. The leaders talked about the evolving situation in West Asia and its broader implications, as well as mutual interests between the two countries. Jaishankar also appreciated Araghchi’s involvement in the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi.
During the meeting, Jaishankar and Araghchi exchanged views on bilateral matters and the situation in West Asia. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also had a meeting with the Iranian Foreign Minister during the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi. This engagement marked India’s first high-level diplomatic interaction since the conflict in Iran began.
Addressing the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, Jaishankar emphasized the fragile security environment in West Asia. He highlighted the ongoing tensions in the region, emphasizing the global concern over threats to shipping routes and energy infrastructure. Jaishankar reaffirmed India’s commitment to the principles of the United Nations Charter and stressed the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in resolving conflicts.
Araghchi, in his address at the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, called on the global community to condemn violations of international law by the US and Israel. He urged action against warmongering and emphasized the need to end impunity for those who violate the UN Charter. Araghchi stated that Iran has faced unlawful aggression from the US and Israel, emphasizing the importance of respecting sovereignty and territorial integrity in international relations.
