New Delhi, Mar 24: Amidst the raging war with Iran, US President Donald Trump today called up Prime Minister Narendra Modi who pushed for immediate de-escalation and restoration of peace in West Asia.
“President Donald Trump just spoke with Prime Minister Modi. They discussed the ongoing situation in the Middle East, including the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open,” US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor posted on his X handle at 6.14 PM.
Soon after, Modi also posted on his X handle: “Received a call from President Trump and had a useful exchange of views on the situation in West Asia. India supports de-escalation and restoration of peace at the earliest.”
He added: “Ensuring that the Strait of Hormuz remains open, secure and accessible is essential for the whole world.”
Trump has been facing widespread criticism for initiating the war by launching attacks, along with Israel, on Iran on February 28.
The war has led to severe impact on the economic conditions of many countries around the world as the flow of oil and gas from the energy-rich region has been disrupted badly, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz.
