New Delhi, April 8 (NationPress) India has expressed its approval regarding the ceasefire agreement established between the US and Iran, wishing for this development to pave the way for permanent peace in West Asia.

In an official statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) emphasized that dialogue and diplomacy are crucial in resolving the ongoing conflict. The MEA highlighted the human suffering and disruptions to the global energy supply caused by the situation in West Asia.

"We are pleased to see the ceasefire agreement and hope it will foster enduring peace in West Asia. As we have consistently advocated, de-escalation, dialogue, and diplomacy are vital for concluding the ongoing conflict," stated the MEA.

"The ongoing conflict has inflicted significant suffering on communities and has disturbed global energy supplies and trade networks. We anticipate that unimpeded navigation and the global flow of commerce will be maintained through the Strait of Hormuz," it continued.

This statement from the MEA follows US President Donald Trump's announcement of a conditional two-week suspension of planned military actions linked to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which has been a source of relief for many globally.

The announcement came shortly before the self-imposed deadline of 8 PM EST set by Trump for Iran to negotiate a deal, following backchannel discussions.

On a post shared on Truth Social on Tuesday (local time), Trump indicated he would “pause” the escalation of military actions for two weeks if Iran agrees to permit the reopening of this critical shipping route.

“This decision is rooted in the fact that we have already accomplished our military objectives and are making significant progress toward a comprehensive Agreement aimed at achieving long-term peace with Iran and stability in the Middle East,” Trump commented.

He also mentioned that the United States had received “a 10-point proposal from Iran,” which he considered a “feasible foundation for negotiations.”

Trump asserted that “almost all previous points of contention” had been resolved, and the two-week suspension would provide an opportunity to finalize the agreement.

However, the ceasefire is conditional, with Trump stating it relies on Iran's acceptance of the “complete, immediate, and safe reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.”

Iran has shown preliminary willingness to comply. Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi mentioned that Tehran would stop its military operations if the attacks cease.

“Should attacks against Iran be halted, our Powerful Armed Forces will discontinue their defensive actions,” he affirmed.

“For a period of two weeks, safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz will be coordinated with Iran’s Armed Forces and will take into account technical limitations,” he concluded.