Due to the growing tension between Iran and Israel, the world is hearing the sounds of World War III. Meanwhile, Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar spoke on telephone with Israeli Foreign Minister Katz and Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdullahyan on Sunday.
Iran launched hundreds of drones and missiles on Israel late on Saturday night in response to the April 1 incident in which seven Iranian Revolutionary Guardsmen, including two generals, were killed in a suspicious Israeli airstrike on its embassy in Damascus.
Cargo ship seized by Iran
On Saturday, Iran’s military seized a cargo ship belonging to Israel near the Strait of Hormuz. There were 17 Indian crew members on board. India is in touch with Iran to ensure the release of Indians aboard the Portuguese-flagged vessel MSC Aries.
Demand for release of 17 Indian citizens
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar on Sunday spoke to his Iranian counterpart Hussain Amir-Abdullahyan and demanded the release of the 17 Indian nationals aboard the Portuguese-flagged cargo ship. During the phone conversation, Jaishankar called for restraint and a return to the path of diplomacy to avoid escalating tensions in the context of Iran-Israel rivalry. Jaishankar said on ‘X’ that he has spoken to the foreign minister of Iran. The issue of release of 17 Indian crew members of MSC Aries has been raised.
Talked to the Foreign Minister of Israel
S Jaishankar wrote on social media platform X, ‘Just had a conversation with Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz. I shared my concern over Saturday’s development. Also discussed the broader regional situation and agreed to stay in touch.’
India expressed concern over the development and appealed for immediate de-escalation. India said its embassies in the region are in touch with the Indian community. The Ministry of External Affairs said that we are very concerned about the growing hostility between Israel and Iran. This threatens peace and security in the area.
An appeal to return to the diplomatic route
“We urge immediate de-escalation, restraint, refrain from violence and return to the path of diplomacy,” a statement released by the ministry said. The Ministry of External Affairs said that India is closely monitoring the situation. It is important that security and stability is maintained in the area.
Destroyed drones and missiles
He discussed the current situation in the area. He stressed the importance of restraint and returning to the path of diplomacy to avoid escalating tensions. Agreed to keep in touch. After the Iranian attack, the Israeli military said it and its allies intercepted and destroyed more than 300 drones and missiles fired by Iran.
-Rahul Dubey