New Delhi, June 25 -- India has expressed concern over the recent escalation in West Asia and welcomed reports of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, while urging all parties to pursue dialogue and diplomacy to resolve regional tensions.

In an official statement released on Tuesday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said, "We have been following developments overnight relating to the conflict between Iran and Israel, including the US action against Iran's nuclear facilities and Iranian retaliation against US military bases in Qatar."

While noting the seriousness of the situation, the MEA emphasised the need for long-term regional peace. "While we remain deeply concerned about the prospects for overall and sustained regional securi...