Srinagar, June 22 -- Hours after the US military struck three nuclear sites in Iran - Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and urged for immediate de-escalation of tensions.

In a post on X, Modi said, "Spoke with President of Iran @drpezeshkian. We discussed in detail about the current situation. Expressed deep concern at the recent escalations. Reiterated our call for immediate de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy as the way forward and for early restoration of regional peace, security and stability."

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