"India Stands For Peace": PM Modi On 'Worrying' Situation In West Asia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that the situation in West Asia was a matter of grave concern. "India stands for peace and stability," he said while addressing a joint press briefing with UK Prime Minister Mark Carney. "India has always called for dialogue and diplomacy to find a solution to such disputes," he said, underlining New Delhi's longstanding position on peaceful resolution of conflicts. The Prime Minister also assured that the government is closely monitoring the situation and is in touch with countries in the region to safeguard Indian nationals. "We are working closely with every country to ensure the safety of all Indian nationals in the region," he said.