India, March 21 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday held a telephonic conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, during which he conveyed greetings on the occasions of Eid and Nowruz and emphasized the need for peace and stability in West Asia.

Since the outbreak of the crisis, Modi has actively engaged with several global leaders, including those from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, France, and Malaysia, reflecting India's diplomatic outreach to help de-escalate tensions and maintain stability in the region.

In a message shared on X, Modi expressed hope that the festive season would bring "peace, stability and prosperity to West Asia." The leaders also discussed the rapidly evolving regional s...