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France's Macron and India's Modi discuss need for de-escalation in the Middle East

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Posted on March 19, 2026

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PARIS, March 19 (Reuters) - French President Emmanuel Macron and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed on Thursday the need to reduce tensions in the Middle East, they said on their respective

Macron and Modi Discuss Diplomatic Solutions to Middle East Tensions Following Attacks

Leaders Address Regional Tensions and Diplomatic Efforts

Background of Recent Middle East Attacks

PARIS, March 19 (Reuters) - French President Emmanuel Macron and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed on Thursday the need to reduce tensions in the Middle East, they said on their respective X accounts, after Iran attacked energy infrastructure in the region following Israeli and U.S. attacks.

Joint Statements on Diplomacy

"India and France are working closely together to reduce tensions in the region and to keep diplomacy at the heart of our efforts for peace," Macron wrote on X, in response to earlier message posted by Modi.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Sudip Kar-Gupta;Editing by Inti Landauro)

Key Takeaways

  • Macron and Modi underscored diplomacy over military escalation to reduce tensions in the Middle East.
  • The recent flare‑up began when Israel, with U.S. coordination, struck Iran’s South Pars gas field, prompting Iranian attacks on energy facilities in Qatar, Kuwait and Gulf states.
  • The broader context includes soaring global energy prices and warnings from human rights groups over civilian risks from targeting energy infrastructure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What did Macron and Modi discuss regarding the Middle East?
They discussed the need to reduce tensions and keep diplomacy at the core of peace efforts in the Middle East.
Why was there a need for de-escalation in the Middle East?
Recent attacks by Iran on energy infrastructure, following Israeli and U.S. actions, escalated regional tensions.
How are France and India responding to Middle East tensions?
France and India are working closely together to support diplomatic solutions and de-escalate the situation.
Where did Macron and Modi share their statements about Middle East tensions?
They posted their statements on their respective X (formerly Twitter) accounts.

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