Jaishankar, Iranian FM Araghchi discuss West Asia situation, agree to stay in touch
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Wednesday held a detailed phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi, discussing the evolving situation in West Asia, according to official statements from both sides.
In a post on X, Jaishankar said he had received a call from Araghchi and that the two leaders reviewed various aspects of the current regional developments. He added that both sides agreed to remain in close contact amid the ongoing tensions. “Received a phone call from Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi of Iran this evening.
Had a detailed conversation about various aspects of the current situation. We agreed to remain in close touch,” Jaishankar wrote. The Iranian Embassy in New Delhi also confirmed the exchange, stating that the two ministers discussed recent developments related to the ceasefire, bilateral relations, as well as broader regional and international issues.
“During a phone conversation between Seyed Abbas Araghchi, Foreign Minister of Iran, and Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of India, the two sides discussed and exchanged views on the latest developments related to the ceasefire, bilateral relations, as well as regional and international issues,” the embassy said in a post on X.
The conversation comes against the backdrop of continuing tensions across West Asia. Araghchi recently concluded a three-nation tour covering Pakistan, Oman and Russia as part of Tehran’s diplomatic outreach. During his visit to Russia, Araghchi met President Vladimir Putin in Saint Petersburg, where the Kremlin reiterated its support for peace efforts in the region. He also held talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.
Sharing details of his engagements on X, Araghchi said he was “pleased to engage with Russia at the highest level” at a time when the region is undergoing significant changes. “Recent events have evidenced the depth and strength of our strategic partnership.
As our relationship continues to grow, we are grateful for solidarity and welcome Russia’s support for diplomacy,” he said.
