PM Modi speaks to Iran President, urges de-escalation

NEW DELHI: As the US waded into the Israel-Iran conflict, PM Narendra Modi, in a dialog with Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian, expressed “deep concern” on the latest escalation and urged speedy de-escalation and restoration of peace and stability in a area essential to India’s pursuits.The Iranian president known as Modi to temporary him about developments within the wake of the US bombing. In the 45-minute chat, he described India as a pal and associate in selling regional peace, safety and stability. tnn