As negotiations between the United States and Iran end in a deadlock, Salman Khurshid, a senior leader of India's Congress party and former External Affairs Minister, has called for continued dialogue and peace efforts. Speaking at a commemoration event for the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Khurshid emphasized that peace is a universal aspiration that must be pursued despite the challenges posed by the ongoing crisis in West Asia. He expressed hope that negotiations would resume in their respective forums without outside interference, stating, 'Let them happen where they happen. Let’s hope and pray that they will succeed.' This call for peace comes in the wake of heightened tensions following the assassination of Khamenei, which has led to a significant escalation in the region. Iranian officials, including Esmaeil Baqaei, have indicated that Iran is committed to negotiating its legitimate rights and interests, with recent proposals reportedly made during discussions in Islamabad. The situation remains fluid as both sides navigate the complexities of the negotiations.