New Delhi, July 28 -- The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in India has issued a strong statement urging Indian media outlets to refrain from disseminating what it described as "fake and fabricated news," while calling for a commitment to journalistic integrity and the strengthening of bilateral relations.

In a press statement posted on X via its official handle @Iran_in_India, the Iranian Embassy said, "It has been observed that certain Indian news outlets, including some well-known media, have published baseless reports disrespecting Iran and its great leadership."

The statement warned that "such irresponsible reporting not only undermines public confidence but also severely damages the professional reputation of these media in...