Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, to convey warm Eid greetings and condemn recent attacks on Gulf region energy infrastructure. The call comes amidst escalating tensions threatening global energy supplies and maritime security. India stands in solidarity with Qatar against the attacks on its premier LNG hub, Ras Laffan Industrial City.
PM Modi expressed India’s support for Qatar and condemned the strikes on the energy facility. The conversation also addressed the welfare of the large Indian community in Qatar, with Modi thanking the Qatari leadership for their care. The diplomatic outreach occurs amid heightened volatility in West Asia, particularly concerning the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global energy transit.
Recent Iranian aggression against Qatar’s LNG hub has raised concerns, with traffic through the Strait of Hormuz significantly disrupted. India emphasizes the need for safe navigation through the strait, which sees a substantial portion of global oil and LNG shipments. PM Modi’s call aligns with a regional consensus against Iranian attacks, with Arab and Islamic nations condemning the actions and calling for de-escalation.
