Hope this will restore peace: PM Modi welcomes US-Iran deal after 100 days of conflict

New Delhi,UPDATED: Jun 15, 2026 13:06 IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday welcomed the understanding reached between the United States and Iran to end the conflict in West Asia, saying India hoped the agreement would restore stability in the region and safeguard global trade routes.

In a post on X, PM Modi said the conflict had caused serious economic disruption around the world and led to the loss of lives across several countries.

"I welcome the understanding reached between the United States and Iran on ending the conflict in West Asia, which has caused serious economic disruption across the world and led to loss of life in many countries," he wrote.

The Prime Minister said India hoped the implementation of the understanding would help bring peace to the region and ensure the smooth movement of commerce through critical maritime routes.

"India hopes that the implementation of this understanding will help restore peace and stability in the region and ensure the freedom of navigation and commerce," Modi said.

He also expressed hope that negotiations on the remaining issues between Washington and Tehran would culminate in a lasting settlement.

"We look forward to deliberations on the remaining issues reaching a sustainable final agreement," he added.

Modi's remarks came shortly after reports emerged that the US and Iran had agreed to a draft framework aimed at ending hostilities, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restarting negotiations over Tehran's nuclear programme.

The development is particularly significant for India, which imports a large share of its crude oil requirements and has long emphasised the importance of stability in West Asia. The Strait of Hormuz, through which a substantial portion of global oil supplies passes, is a critical artery for international energy trade.

The conflict had raised concerns about disruptions to shipping, rising oil prices and the possibility of a wider regional escalation. Any easing of tensions is expected to be welcomed by countries dependent on energy imports and global trade routes.

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