India on Monday, 8 June expressed deep regret over the renewed attacks in West Asia, calling on all parties to immediately de-escalate tensions and warning that the ongoing conflict poses a matter of utmost concern to the international community. The statement was issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) as fresh strikes and retaliatory missile exchanges escalated between Israel and Iran.

What India Said

The MEA statement noted that the conflict has now lasted over 100 days and has caused immense human suffering, while also delivering a debilitating impact on the global economy and energy supplies.

'India deeply regrets the renewed attacks in West Asia. These developments are a matter of utmost concern to the international community,' the statement read. It further urged all parties to 'immediately de-escalate tensions, ensure that civilians are not harmed and conclude ongoing negotiations for a diplomatic solution so that peace and stability can return to the region.'

Advisory for Indians in Iran

Earlier on the same day, the Indian Embassy in Tehran reiterated its travel advisory for Iran, urging Indian nationals to avoid travelling to the region. Those already present were advised to leave by all available means of transport at the earliest opportunity.

Key Developments on the Ground

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed on Monday that it had struck 'several targets' at the petrochemical complex in Iran's Mahshahr area. In a separate statement, the Israeli military said all Iranian missiles launched at Israel on Monday morning were successfully intercepted.

The IDF attributed an impact reported in an open field in the West Bank to a large fragment following an interception. An all-clear was subsequently issued for the Jerusalem area after an early warning had been sounded for an incoming Iranian missile attack, according to reports.

Iran's Warning to Israel

Ali Abdollahi, chief commander of Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, warned that Israel would face more 'crushing and regret-inducing blows' if it expands its attacks on southern Lebanon and the Dahieh district south of Beirut, or responds further to Iran's actions. His remarks were aired by Iran's semi-official Fars news agency.

Abdollahi accused Israel of perpetrating war crimes by allegedly using banned weapons, including phosphorus bombs, in Lebanon — with what he described as a US 'greenlight' and in the absence of meaningful response from international organisations. He stressed that Israel had crossed 'all red lines' by targeting Dahieh despite Iran's earlier warnings.

Background and Peace Efforts

The current cycle of hostilities in West Asia erupted following US-Israeli strikes on Iran on 28 February, which reportedly killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and senior military officials. Iran responded with drone and missile strikes targeting US and Israeli facilities, regional capitals, and allied forces across the region.

A ceasefire between Iran, the United States, and Israel took effect on 8 April. The first round of peace talks between Iranian and US delegations, held on 11–12 April, failed to produce an agreement. In recent weeks, both sides have reportedly exchanged multiple proposals and are working to finalise a memorandum of understanding aimed at formally ending the conflict. Whether the latest escalation derails those efforts remains the central question.