Tehran: Will allow Indian ships to pass; PM Modi says Iran a friend

2026-03-14 - 04:32

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian that India is a friend and will support diplomacy amid rising Gulf tensions. Iran pledged safe passage for Indian ships through the Strait of Hormuz, a move welcomed by India amidst energy crisis concerns. Both nations discussed cooperation within BRICS to foster regional stability.