Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation on March 12, 2026, with the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, H.E. Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian. President Pezeshkian briefed Prime Minister Modi on the situation in Iran and shared his perspective on regional developments. Prime Minister Modi expressed concern regarding the evolving security situation and reiterated India's stance that all issues should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. He also emphasized India's priorities concerning the safety and well-being of Indian nationals in the region, and the importance of unhindered transit of energy and goods. Both leaders agreed to maintain communication. The release ID is 2239341, and the visitor counter was 1078.
Key Entities Referenced
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi: Prime Minister of India, participant in the conversation.
President Pezeshkian: President of Iran, participant in the conversation.
Islamic Republic of Iran: Nation relevant to the discussion on regional situation and safety of nationals.
Prime Minister's Office: Office responsible for issuing the communication.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi speaks with
the President of Iran
President Pezeshkian shares his perspective on the situation
in Iran and the region
PM reiterates India’s consistent position on resolving all
issues through dialogue and diplomacy
PM highlights India’s priority regarding safety and well-being
of Indian nationals and unhindered transit of energy and
goods
Posted On: 12 MAR 2026 11:41PM by PIB Delhi
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation today with the President of the Islamic
Republic of Iran, H.E. Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian.
President Pezeshkian briefed the Prime Minister on the current situation in Iran and shared his perspective
on recent developments in the region.
The Prime Minister expressed deep concern about the evolving security situation in the region and
reiterated India’s consistent position that all issues must be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy.
The Prime Minister highlighted India’s priority regarding the safety and well-being of Indian nationals in
the region, including in Iran, as also the importance of unhindered transit of energy and goods.
The two leaders agreed to remain in touch.
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