The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India is actively monitoring the security situation in West Asia, particularly Pakistan's involvement in facilitating a ceasefire between the United States and Iran. During a media briefing, spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted the Islamabad Peace Talks held on April 11-12, which aimed to end the 39-day Gulf War but did not yield conclusive results. He emphasized India's support for peace initiatives, including the recent ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. The MEA has also confirmed India's participation in international discussions regarding maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, following an invitation from French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Jaiswal detailed India's efforts to ensure the safety of its nationals, reporting the successful return of 2,361 Indian citizens from Iran since the conflict began, including 1,041 students. Additionally, he dismissed Pakistan's objections to India's internal matters, specifically regarding the Delimitation Bill. On environmental policy, Jaiswal confirmed India's withdrawal from the 33rd UN Climate Change Conference (COP33) while reaffirming its commitment to climate change initiatives and international partnerships.