Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:12am on 14 Apr 2026,Tuesday India Global
S. Jaishankar and Israel Katz held discussions on escalating regional tensions, focusing on Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, and the situation in Lebanon. The Israeli side stressed the need for a firm United States stance in negotiations to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, including restrictions on uranium enrichment and removal of existing stockpiles. Concerns were also raised over threats to maritime security in Hormuz, with emphasis on ensuring safe navigation for India and Gulf nations. The dialogue highlights growing diplomatic coordination amid rising geopolitical tensions and risks to global energy supply routes.