New Delhi, April 8 -- The Ministry of External Affairs on Wednesday welcomed the two-week ceasefire agreement reached between the United States, Israel and Iran, expressing hope that it would pave the way for "lasting peace" in the conflict-ridden West Asia.
In an official statement, India reiterated its consistent position of advocating "de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy" the only essential viable path to bring an early end to the ongoing hostilities.
Highlighting the broader impact of the conflict, the MEA noted that the prolonged tensions have caused "immense suffering" to civilians while significantly disrupting global energy supplies and trade networks.
India also underscored the importance of maintaining "unimpeded freedom of n...