Overview

• Prime Minister Modi and Iranian President Pezeshkian met on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit to address the escalating conflicts in West Asia.
• The discussions highlighted India's potential role in mediating peace, given its strong relations with involved parties, including Israel and Iran.
• The meeting also covered bilateral projects like the Chabahar Port and the International North-South Transport Corridor to enhance regional connectivity.
• Both leaders emphasized the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in resolving the ongoing Israel-Hamas and Israel-Hezbollah conflicts.
• India reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Iran's integration into international forums like BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.