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Former diplomat Vidya Bhushan Soni called Iran's Khamenei funeral invite to PM Modi a good gesture
The Tribune··29 Jun
Tribune India reported June 29 Soni said Tehran still views India as important strategic partner despite recent crisis. President Masoud Pezeshkian invited Modi for July 4-9 funeral ceremonies after Khamenei killed in US-Israeli strike in February.
Prism
What It Means For You
- India-Iran ties remain strategically important.
- Delhi must decide funeral representation level.
- Energy and Chabahar interests are at stake.
What's Happening
- Iran invited PM Modi to Khamenei funeral.
- Former diplomat called it a good gesture.
- New Delhi has not finalised response.
Diplomatic Context
- Funeral is scheduled July 4-9.
- Khamenei was killed in February strike.
- India balanced stance during Iran crisis.
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