India, April 17 -- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed the urgent need to restore safety and ensure freedom of navigation in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz during a recent telephone conversation.

According to an official statement, the two leaders discussed the prevailing situation in West Asia and reiterated their commitment to close cooperation in advancing peace and stability in the region and beyond.

Following the call, Modi shared on X that he had spoken with Macron and that both leaders agreed on the importance of restoring security and maintaining open navigation routes in the Strait of Hormuz.

He added that India and France would continue to work together to promote regio...