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According to the ANSA news agency, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian discussed freedom of navigation during their meeting on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz is a critical issue in regional relations, as a large portion of global oil supplies passes through it. In a broader context, this meeting reflects the growing rapprochement between India and Iran in the face of regional challenges amid increasing tensions with other countries in the region.
