India Strongly Condemns Attacks on Kuwait's Sovereignty, PM Modi Discusses Regional Tensions with Crown Prince

New Delhi. India has once again strongly condemned the attacks on Kuwait's sovereignty and territorial integrity. Amidst the escalating tense situation in West Asia, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed India's clear stance during a telephonic conversation with Kuwaiti Crown Prince Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on Wednesday.

This is the second dialogue between Modi and Sheikh Meshal since the US-Israel war against Iran began on February 28. In recent days, Modi has also been continuously discussing rising security challenges in the region with top leaders from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Jordan, Oman, and Qatar.

In a statement shared via social media, Prime Minister Modi expressed serious concern over the changing dynamics and recent developments in West Asia. He affirmed India's firm commitment to protecting Kuwait's territorial integrity and emphasized that continuous diplomatic engagement is essential for regional peace and stability.

Modi clarified that ensuring safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, considered the lifeline of global trade, is a top priority for India. India appears vigilant about the impact of the blockade created by Iran on that route on global energy supply and security.

During the conversation, Prime Minister Modi exchanged greetings for the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr and expressed gratitude to the Kuwaiti government for the support provided for the safety and welfare of the Indian community residing in Kuwait. Approximately 10 million Indian citizens reside in West Asian countries, with over 1 million Indians alone in Kuwait.

This constitutes the largest expatriate community in Kuwait. India has repeatedly expressed concern over the safety of its citizens after some Indians were injured due to damage to infrastructure in the region caused by Iranian drone and missile attacks.

Recently, the political and military balance in West Asia has been disrupted due to the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel-US. Prime Minister Modi has kept the issues of secure sea lanes and citizen safety central to his discussions with leaders ranging from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.