New Delhi, June 26 -- The Ministry of External Affairs clarified India's position on importing crude oil from Iran on thursday, stating that energy purchases are based on "market factors and the prevailing global situation."

"Our energy requirements, or the energy purchases we make, are based on market factors and the prevailing global situation," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in THEIR weekly briefing.

Further, the Ministry also expressed deep concerns about the situation in West Asia, including the Israeli attacks on nuclear scientists and certain universities in Iran.

In response to a question about targeting science students and scientists, the MEA spokesperson emphasised India's commitment to peace and diplomacy.

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