India voices firm opposition to attacks on merchant shipping amid ongoing Iran conflict at UNSC

India voiced its firm opposition to attacks on merchant shipping amid the ongoing Iran conflict, as it told the UN Security Council that several of its nationals have died or are missing due to attacks in the region.

“We expressed our deep concern at the conflict in Iran and the Gulf region that unfortunately began in the holy month of Ramadan and urged all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation and prioritise the safety of civilians,” India’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni said Wednesday. Read in Details : https://www.orissapost.com/india-voices-firm-opposition-to-attacks-on-merchant-shipping-amid-ongoing-iran-conflict-at-unsc/