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PM Modi Calls for Immediate De-escalation After US Strikes on Iran
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made a strong appeal for immediate de-escalation following the United States’ recent airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. Terming the unfolding crisis as deeply troubling, Modi emphasized the urgent need to prioritize diplomacy over warfare.
Modi Calls for Restraint
In his statement, Modi said that the rising hostilities between the United States and Iran serve no constructive purpose and risk destabilizing the entire region. He added that “the need of the hour is for all parties to show maximum restraint and return to dialogue.” The prime minister’s comments come amid fears that the targeted bombings of sensitive Iranian nuclear infrastructure could spiral into a broader regional war.
Strikes on Nuclear Sites Raise Alarm
The Prime Minister specifically noted the grave risks involved in attacks on nuclear facilities, which are not just military installations but critical to civilian energy and scientific development. Modi cautioned that targeting such sites poses long-term dangers, including potential radioactive fallout, and further erodes international trust.
India’s Diplomatic Position
India, which maintains strategic partnerships with both the U.S. and Iran, reiterated its commitment to stability in West Asia. Modi confirmed that Indian diplomatic missions in the region are in close coordination and that the government is in continuous dialogue with global stakeholders. India also signaled support for any multilateral peace-building measures through international institutions.
Risk of Regional and Economic Fallout
Modi expressed concern that continued military escalation could affect global oil supplies, disrupt trade routes, and worsen humanitarian conditions across the Middle East. India, a major energy importer, has already activated contingency assessments in case of further instability in the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding regions.
