EAM Jaishankar: Dialogue, Diplomacy Must Continue for West Asia De-escalation

• External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar briefed Rajya Sabha, stressing dialogue and diplomacy are crucial to de-escalate West Asia tensions.
• India's consistent position calls for restraint and peaceful resolution, with PM Narendra Modi closely monitoring developments.
• Deep concerns raised over escalating hostilities and rising casualties, including the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei by US/Israel strikes on Iran.
• Conflict widened with Iran's counter-strikes on US bases and Israeli assets, and Israel targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon.
• India has significant stakes in the region's energy security and the safety and well-being of Indian nationals.