Times of India · DistrictNews · 2026-08-31
Iran president meets PM Modi, seeks help to end war
Prime Minister Modi convened with Iranian President Pezeshkian to advance discussions on fortifying trade connections between their nations. Both leaders acknowledged the critical role of maritime freedom and trade in the region. They also discussed the ongoing situations in West Asia, focusing on the importance of Chabahar port collaboration. President Pezeshkian encouraged India to mediate for peace, underscoring their shared dedication to enhancing bilateral economic cooperation. In a meeting with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the margins of the SCO summit in Bishkek, PM Modi called for freedom of navigation and commerce while stressing that civilians and civilian infrastructure, including commercial shipping, and seafarers, must not be harmed under any circumstances. Despite the threat of US sanctions, both of them backed efforts to expand trade ties. Iran president meets PM Modi, seeks help to end war
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