Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visits Iranian Embassy in Delhi to sign condolence book
March 5, 2026: India on Thursday expressed condolences following the death of Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran. The message of sympathy was conveyed after reports that Khamenei was killed in military strikes linked to the escalating conflict in West Asia. The development has drawn international attention amid rising geopolitical tensions across the region.
Vikram Misri, India’s Foreign Secretary, visited the Embassy of Iran, New Delhi and signed the condolence book on behalf of the Government of India. During the visit, Misri conveyed India’s sympathies to the Iranian leadership and people, reflecting the diplomatic tradition of acknowledging the passing of a prominent global leader.
The gesture comes at a time of heightened instability in the region, with the ongoing conflict involving multiple countries raising concerns about wider escalation. India’s condolence message highlights its diplomatic engagement with Iran even as the situation in West Asia continues to evolve.