US Senator John McCain called on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today.

Senator McCain conveyed the high level of expectations in the United States about a new momentum in India's economic growth and all-round progress under the new Government and wished Prime Minister all success in this endeavour. He also conveyed the keen desire in the United States to work with Prime Minister Modi to revitalise the India-U.S. Strategic Partnership.
Prime Minister conveyed his desire to further deepen and expand the strategic partnership, based on our shared values and interests; sensitivity to each other's concerns; and, tangible progress across the full spectrum of bilateral relations.
Prime Minister also observed that success of democratic countries and their cooperation will advance peace, stability and prosperity in the world. Shri Modi hoped for a forward looking, result-oriented visit to the United States in September 2014 to take the relationship to a new level.
The situation in Iraq and Afghanistan was discussed. The Prime Minister expressed concern over the increased threat of terrorism across the world, and reiterated that the fight against terror should be a global priority for humanitarian forces.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation today with the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, H.E. Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian.
President Pezeshkian briefed the Prime Minister on the current situation in Iran and shared his perspective on recent developments in the region.
The Prime Minister expressed deep concern about the evolving security situation in the region and reiterated India’s consistent position that all issues must be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy.
The Prime Minister highlighted India’s priority regarding the safety and well-being of Indian nationals in the region, including in Iran, as also the importance of unhindered transit of energy and goods.
The two leaders agreed to remain in touch.
Had a conversation with Iranian President, Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, to discuss the serious situation in the region.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 12, 2026
Expressed deep concern over the escalation of tensions and the loss of civilian lives as well as damage to civilian infrastructure.
The safety and security of…
با رئیسجمهور ایران، دکتر مسعود پزشکیان، گفتوگو کردم تا وضعیت جدی در منطقه را مورد بحث قرار دهم.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 12, 2026
نگرانی عمیق خود را نسبت به تشدید تنشها، از دست رفتن جان غیرنظامیان و همچنین آسیب به زیرساختهای غیرنظامی ابراز کردم.
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