India said on Saturday that it did not participate in the discussions on the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) statement on recent developments between Israel and Iran and that channels of dialogue and diplomacy be utilised to work towards de-escalation.
However, India refrained from participating in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) discussions on a statement condemning Israel's military strikes on Iran and urged for dialogue and diplomacy for de-escalation.
Reports indicate that Israeli fighter jets have targeted an army base in Zanjan, a city located approximately 200 miles from Tehran in northern Iran, Al Jazeera reported, citing UK-based outlet Iran International.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi, in his statement to the United Nations Security Council on Friday, confirmed that Israel's airstrikes on Iran's Natanz nuclear site caused internal radiological and chemical contamination.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said Beijing is closely following Israel's attacks on Iran and opposes actions that violate Iran's sovereignty, security and territorial integrity.
The oil supply update by the minister attaches importance, given that the international oil prices shot up sharply post the early morning attack on Iran by Israel. At the time of filing this report, crude oil WTI futures were trading 6 per cent higher at USD 72.04 per barrel.
In a press release, Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) stated, "Nepal urges both sides to avoid escalation and adopt conciliatory approach for peace and stability in the region and beyond. Use of diplomatic channels for dialogue would be instrumental towards de-escalation of the situ
During the talks, the leaders showed understanding for Israel's defence needs in the face of the Iranian threat of annihilation, Israel Prime Minister's Office stated.
In a statement shared on Truth Social, Trump stated, "I gave Iran chance after chance to make a deal. I told them, in the strongest of words, to "just do it," but no matter how hard they tried, no matter how close they got, they just couldn't get it done. I told them it would be much wors
Israeli Ambassador to India Reuven Azar has clarified Israel's position on Iran's nuclear program, stating that while Israel has no issue with Iran having nuclear power plants for electricity generation, the country cannot be allowed to enrich uranium itself.
India expressed concern over rising tensions between Iran and Israel, urging both sides to avoid escalation and use diplomacy. The MEA said Indian missions are in touch with the community and advised citizens in the region to stay safe and follow local advisories.