India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Sunday met Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, with discussions focused mainly on recent developments in West Asia.
“Glad to meet FM @araghchi of Iran this evening. Our conversation focused on recent regional developments,” Jaishankar said in a post on X.
The meeting comes amid heightened tensions in the region, including conflict between Iran and Israel and recent US strikes on Iran. India has called for de-escalation and urged a return to dialogue and diplomacy to help restore regional peace and stability.
In June, Jaishankar held a phone call with Araghchi to discuss the situation following the flare-up between Iran and Israel. He also thanked Tehran for assisting in the evacuation of Indian nationals stranded in Iran.
India and Iran share centuries-old ties rooted in civilisational links, which continue to shape the contemporary relationship. Both sides maintain cooperation in trade, connectivity and cultural exchanges.
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