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India Welcomes US-Iran Ceasefire, Stresses Importance of Open Strait of Hormuz
India has welcomed the US-Iran ceasefire and emphasized the need for unobstructed navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed the Middle East situation with President Trump, reaffirming the importance of a secure and open strait. Experts see the talks as a historic diplomatic development with potential benefits for energy markets and regional stability.
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India has expressed hope that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran will lead to lasting peace in the Middle East and ensure the unobstructed passage of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a statement from India's Ministry of External Affairs reported by TASS. The ministry welcomed the ceasefire, stating, "We welcome the reached ceasefire and hope that it will lead to the establishment of lasting peace in West Asia." It also emphasized that the conflict has caused immense suffering and disrupted global energy supplies and trade chains, adding, "We expect that freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and global trade flows will be ensured."
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Multiple reports from TASS, the Russian state news agency, have covered India's response to the US-Iran ceasefire. Three separate articles provide complementary details: one focuses on the official government statement, another reports on a phone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump, and a third offers expert analysis from an Indian think tank. All reports are consistent in their core facts but vary in emphasis—ranging from official positions to strategic analysis.
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India's Ministry of External Affairs issued a statement welcoming the ceasefire and stressing the importance of freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by TASS.
US President Donald Trump announced a two-week mutual ceasefire with Iran on April 7, according to TASS. The ceasefire was proposed by Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and is "subject to the Islamic Republic of Iran agreeing to the complete, immediate, and safe opening of the Strait of Hormuz."
Sharif invited Iranian and US delegations to talks in Islamabad on April 10. According to CNN, as cited by TASS, the US delegation includes Vice President D. Vance, presidential envoy Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner.
Prime Minister Modi discussed the Middle East situation with President Trump in a phone call, emphasizing the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and secure. Modi stated on X that the conversation took place on the initiative of the American side and also covered bilateral cooperation.
Indian analyst Robinder Sachdev, president of the Imagindia Institute, told TASS that India views the Iran-US negotiations as a "significant—potentially historic—diplomatic development" and is watching with strategic interest. He noted that easing tensions could benefit energy markets, navigation safety, and India's regional interests.
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ClaimIndia hopes for lasting peace in the Middle East and unobstructed passage of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.