India issues first statement amid US-Iran conflict, urges all sides to exercise restraint

MEA has expressed "deep concerns" amid rising tensions in the Middle East following the US-Israel attack on Iran and Tehran's retaliatory attack. MEA urged all sides to exercise restraint, saying, "Dialogue and diplomacy should be pursued to de-escalate tensions." "Our Missions in the region are in touch with Indian nationals and have issued...advisories asking them to remain vigilant," MEA added.