US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday urged the international community to prioritise dialogue and diplomacy over military confrontation as the US-Israel-Iran conflict intensified across West Asia. His remarks came amid fresh US strikes on Iranian infrastructure, retaliatory attacks by Tehran, and growing concerns over the security of the Strait of Hormuz.
Speaking during a joint press statement with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Melbourne, Modi reiterated India’s longstanding position that lasting peace can only be achieved through diplomatic engagement.
“The resolution of all ongoing conflicts around the world is possible only through dialogue and diplomacy,” PM Modi said.
His statement comes at a time when the Middle East is witnessing one of its most volatile military escalations in recent months.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: PM Modi Stresses Diplomacy Over Military Action
Modi framed India’s approach around global stability and constructive negotiations, arguing that sustained dialogue is essential to prevent conflicts from spiralling into wider regional wars. India has consistently advocated peaceful solutions to international disputes, and the Prime Minister’s remarks were widely interpreted as a cautionary message amid the rapidly deteriorating situation in West Asia.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: Fresh US Strikes Trigger Iranian Retaliation
The regional crisis deepened after the United States carried out another round of military operations targeting Iranian infrastructure. The US military later confirmed that the strikes were intended to ensure the Strait of Hormuz remained open for maritime traffic. Iran responded by targeting American-linked military installations in the Gulf region. Kuwait’s military said its air defence systems intercepted hostile missile and drone attacks as air raid sirens sounded across the country.
These developments have heightened fears that the confrontation could expand into a broader regional conflict involving multiple Gulf states.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: US Preparing for Extended Confrontation With Iran
According to a report by Axios, US officials believe the military exchange with Iran could continue for days, weeks, or even longer, depending on Tehran’s actions in the Strait of Hormuz.
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US officials said the conflict could last “a day or two, a week or a month.”
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Hundreds of oil tankers have continued using the Strait of Hormuz, reducing immediate fears of a major oil-price shock.
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Washington believes it has greater room to escalate militarily because shipping traffic has largely remained uninterrupted.
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Iranian hardline factions are reportedly dissatisfied with the memorandum of understanding (MOU) reached with Washington.
US officials also said Iran had struggled to increase oil exports despite sanctions waivers, as banks remained reluctant to process transactions and several countries were hesitant to rely on temporary exemptions.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: Trump Says Ceasefire Is Over, But Leaves Door Open for Talks
US President Donald Trump declared that the 60-day ceasefire outlined in the MOU was “over” following Iranian attacks on commercial shipping. Washington subsequently launched additional strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, including attacks on infrastructure inside Iran.
However, Trump later suggested that diplomatic channels had not been completely closed. “They want to make a deal,” Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One, though he added that he was uncertain whether Iran would honour any agreement. Iranian officials did not immediately confirm any direct communication with Washington.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: Strait of Hormuz Becomes Central Flashpoint
The strategic waterway has emerged as the focal point of the confrontation. US Vice President JD Vance warned that the United States would respond militarily if Iran attempted to disrupt shipping through the strait.
“The US position is simple: the Strait of Hormuz must remain open,” Vance said. Iran, meanwhile, has reiterated its claim over the strategic waterway and signalled that it will not back down under pressure.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: Why PM Modi’s Statement Matters
Modi’s intervention comes as global powers weigh the risks of a prolonged conflict that could affect energy supplies, international shipping, and regional security. With military activity intensifying across the Gulf, India’s call for dialogue reflects concerns that further escalation could have far-reaching economic and geopolitical consequences beyond West Asia.
(The information is based on inputs from agencies)
