Srinagar, April 8 -- National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah on Wednesday expressed confidence in peace returning to the West Asia region soon, following the US-Iran ceasefire two-week temporary agreement.

Speaking to reporters here, Abdullah said that "dialogue is the only way" for solving the conflict.

"I thank Allah for giving strength to both countries- the US and Iran- to talk sitting across the table. War is not a solution to any issue. There is no way other than dialogue...We don't know how long it will take for peace to return," he said.

"Energy source is very important for th world, and Allah has given them these resources. Many people from J-K work in that region. Many people's lives have been shaken up...We hope India will...