Shashi Tharoor Welcomes US-Iran Peace Agreement, Advocates for India's Support

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has welcomed the recent peace agreement between the US and Iran, urging India to support this initiative. He believes that the agreement will not only benefit India economically by resuming essential supplies but also contribute to global stability. Tharoor emphasized India's experience with conflict situations and the importance of peace for all nations. The agreement, signed virtually by US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, aims to end hostilities and reopen crucial trade routes. Read on to discover more about Tharoor's insights and the implications of this significant development.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 19, 2026, 14:20 IST

Tharoor's Support for Peace

On Friday, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor expressed his approval of the peace agreement between the United States and Iran. He emphasized that as a "peace-loving nation," India should endorse this development, which he believes will benefit both the country and the global community. Discussing the significance of the agreement, Tharoor noted that it would facilitate the resumption of essential supplies that had been disrupted due to the conflict.

Economic Implications for India

While addressing reporters, Tharoor highlighted India's extensive experience with such situations. He pointed out that factories in Asia, including South Korea, had been shutting down. Therefore, when a resolution is reached and peace is restored, it is advantageous for everyone, including the world at large. He stressed the economic benefits for India, particularly concerning the import of essential goods.

Future Supply Chains

Tharoor further stated that he hopes the supply of oil, gas, fertilizers, and aluminum, which had been stalled, would resume. He believes that once these supplies are restored, it will be beneficial for both India and the global community. Reiterating India's stance on global stability, he remarked, "In my opinion, we are a peace-loving country, and we should certainly support this initiative."

Context of the Agreement

These comments come in light of the recent virtual signing of a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) by US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The agreement aims to end hostilities between the two nations, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and initiate a 60-day negotiation process regarding sanctions and Iran's nuclear program.

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