Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, with discussions focusing on regional security matters including maritime shipping routes.

According to Indian officials, Modi emphasized the importance of maintaining secure shipping lanes during the call. The conversation comes amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East region that have raised concerns about maritime trade routes, particularly in the Persian Gulf and surrounding waters.

The timing of the call reflects India's growing focus on regional stability and its economic interests in maintaining open trade routes. India imports significant quantities of oil from the Middle East region and relies heavily on maritime shipping for its energy security.

Both leaders discussed bilateral relations and regional developments, though specific details of other topics covered in the conversation were not immediately disclosed by either government. The call represents continued diplomatic engagement between the two nations despite complex regional dynamics.

India has historically maintained diplomatic relations with Iran while also balancing its relationships with other regional powers and Western allies. The country has consistently advocated for peaceful resolution of regional conflicts and the maintenance of international shipping routes.