Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi Urges India To Intervene In Middle East Conflict; Makes BIG Statement On Strait Of Hormuz

New Delhi: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Thursday urged India to assume a more important and constructive role in resolving the Middle East crisis amid increasing tensions in the region. He asserted that that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only way to resolve issues involving Iran and the wider West Asia crisis.

During his visit to India, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi made a significant statement, declaring: "Iran has never sought nuclear weapons. The situation in the Strait of Hormuz is currently very complex. There can be no solution other than one reached through dialogue. We are prepared to assist in the safe passage of all vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. Any steps China takes to improve the situation in Hormuz will be welcomed. Iran has been striving to uphold a ceasefire to give diplomacy a chance."

Will Iran Welcome a Constructive Role from India?

Speaking at a press conference in New Delhi, Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi stated that there is no military solution to any issue concerning Iran, and that the mediation efforts undertaken by Pakistan have not yet failed. "Iran has every reason not to trust the United States; conversely, the Americans have every reason to trust Iran." Regarding the crisis in West Asia, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi remarked, "We would welcome any constructive role played by India." Araqchi added, "As I mentioned, the situation in the Strait of Hormuz is currently very complex, and we are endeavoring to facilitate the safe passage of ships. Everything will return to normalcy once these acts of aggression cease completely."

What Did Araqchi Say Regarding India's Role?

Addressing the press conference, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated: "Yesterday, I held a brief yet productive conversation with Prime Minister Modi, and today, I had an extended meeting with Foreign Minister Jaishankar. We discussed nearly every issue, including the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf region. I must say that our perspectives are largely aligned, and our concerns and interests in this critical region are shared. Therefore, we will continue to coordinate closely with our Indian counterparts."