New Delhi [India], April 29 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday evening received a call from his Iranian counterpart, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, with both leaders discussing the evolving situation in West Asia and agreeing to remain in close contact.
The Embassy of Iran in India said the two sides exchanged views on the latest developments related to the ceasefire, bilateral relations, and broader regional and international issues.
In a post on X, Jaishankar said, “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.”
As the security situation continues to evolve in West Asia and the Gulf region, Mohammad Hossein Ziyaeenia, deputy representative of Iran’s Supreme Leader in India, said every country can play a role in facilitating an end to hostilities.
Speaking to ANI on Tuesday, Ziyaeenia described the ongoing crisis as a struggle between “oppression” and “self-defense,” and emphasized the role of the global community. “In this conflict, every country can play a role—positive or negative,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy issued a warning to Washington, stating that it is prepared to employ unconventional methods if tensions escalate further.
According to Iranian media outlet Press TV, Mohammad Akbarzadeh, deputy for political affairs of the IRGC Navy, said the force has “surprise tactics” in store for the United States if it makes any miscalculation.
The remarks underscore rising military rhetoric, with the IRGC Navy signaling readiness to respond to any perceived aggression. Akbarzadeh added that, in the event of fresh U.S. military action, the force would deploy newly developed capabilities.
The conflict in West Asia escalated following U.S.-Israeli joint military strikes on Iran on February 28, which reportedly killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
In retaliation, Tehran targeted Israel and U.S. assets in several Gulf countries, disrupting key waterways and impacting global energy markets and economic stability. (ANI)
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