India expressed deep concern over recent attacks on energy installations across the Gulf region, emphasizing that such actions could worsen the global energy scenario. The Ministry of External Affairs highlighted the need to avoid targeting civilian infrastructure, including energy facilities, in the region. These attacks were deemed unacceptable and urged to stop to prevent further destabilization.
Reports suggest escalating attacks on Persian Gulf oil-and-gas infrastructure are escalating tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran, posing risks to global energy supplies. US President Donald Trump warned Iran of severe repercussions if it targets Qatar again after an attack on Iran’s South Pars gas field. Iran has declared energy assets as “legitimate targets” following the strike on South Pars, a significant natural gas reserve shared by Iran and Qatar.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed the evolving West Asia situation with Kuwait’s Crown Prince, expressing concerns over recent developments and condemning attacks on Kuwait’s sovereignty. Ensuring safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz was emphasized as a top priority. PM Modi also conversed with French President Emmanuel Macron, stressing the urgent need for de-escalation and a return to dialogue and diplomacy in West Asia.
