Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday welcomed the understanding reached between the United States and Iran to end the ongoing conflict in West Asia, expressing hope that the agreement would help restore peace, stability, and freedom of navigation in the strategically important region.
In a post on X, PM Modi said, “I welcome the understanding reached between the United States and Iran on ending the conflict in West Asia, which has caused serious economic disruption across the world and led to loss of life in many countries.”
“India hopes that the implementation of this understanding will help restore peace and stability in the region and ensure the freedom of navigation and commerce. We look forward to deliberations on the remaining issues reaching a sustainable final agreement,” he added.
PM Modi’s remarks came after US President Donald Trump announced what he described as a major diplomatic breakthrough between Washington and Tehran. According to Trump, the agreement would lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of the US naval blockade, easing tensions that had disrupted global energy markets and raised concerns about a broader regional conflict.
Announcing the development on Truth Social, Trump said that the agreement with Iran had been completed and authorised the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping.
“The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all. I hereby fully authorize the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and simultaneously authorize the immediate removal of the United States naval blockade. Ships of the world, start your engines. Let the oil flow,” Trump said.
In a subsequent message, the US President described the agreement as a historic achievement that would bring “peace and security” to the region and facilitate the restoration of global energy flows through one of the world’s most critical maritime trade corridors.
While the White House has not yet released the full text of the agreement, Trump indicated that the deal would be formally signed in Switzerland on Friday. The arrangement is expected to focus initially on restoring freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, removing naval restrictions, and facilitating mine-clearance operations in the waterway.
Iran also confirmed the development. According to Iranian state-affiliated media, Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the memorandum of understanding would be signed on Friday, after which its contents would be made public.
Gharibabadi said that Tehran would enter a proposed 60-day negotiation process aimed at reaching a comprehensive final agreement once it verifies that the United States has fulfilled commitments related to ending hostilities, lifting the blockade, and releasing Iranian assets.
The announcement has drawn positive reactions from across the international community. Leaders around the world have welcomed the diplomatic breakthrough, viewing it as an opportunity to reduce tensions in West Asia, restore stability to global energy markets, and create momentum for addressing broader issues, including concerns surrounding Iran’s nuclear programme.
Leaders of the European Union, including Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa, also welcomed the agreement and called for its swift and full implementation, emphasizing that freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz remains essential for the global economy.
(With agency inputs)
