New Delhi, Oct. 4 -- Drawing a sharp line between India's stance on nuclear non-proliferation and Tehran's international commitments, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasised that while India reserved its rights as a non-signatory to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), Iran is bound as a signatory state.

Addressing the Munich Leaders Meeting on the economic fallout from the escalating West Asia conflict, Jaishankar warned that deeply volatile energy markets directly threaten the daily lives, employment, and domestic budgets of ordinary citizens worldwide.

Addressing the diplomatic nuances surrounding Iran's nuclear posture, Jaishankar clarified India's distinct standing under international agreements:

"On the Iran issu...