New Delhi witnessed a flurry of high-level diplomatic outreach on Tuesday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in crucial phone conversations with key Gulf leaders amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. In separate calls, PM Modi spoke with Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tariq and Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khalid Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, expressing deep concern over the deteriorating situation and emphasizing the safety of Indian expatriates in their countries.
The discussions centered on recent attacks in the region, with the Prime Minister seeking updates on the well-being of the Indian diaspora. Both leaders reaffirmed commitments to regional stability, peace, and coordinated efforts to protect migrant workers. India, with its strong ties to Gulf nations, reiterated its pledge to sustain close cooperation during this volatile period.
This outreach follows PM Modi’s conversation with Jordan’s King Abdullah II on Monday, where he voiced profound worries about the rapidly worsening conditions fueled by military confrontations involving the US, Israel, and Iran. Missile strikes and retaliatory actions have spilled over, affecting neighboring states and trapping Indians in the crossfire.
Posting on X, PM Modi highlighted his dialogue with the Jordanian King, underscoring India’s support for Jordan’s peace, security, and the welfare of its people. He extended gratitude for assurances on the protection of Indians in Jordan amid the crisis.
These engagements come after similar talks with leaders from Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, where PM Modi condemned attacks on their sovereignty and expressed solidarity. As West Asia teeters on the brink, India’s proactive diplomacy prioritizes the security of its vast expatriate community—millions strong in the Gulf—while advocating for restraint, dialogue, and peaceful resolutions on global forums.
The conversations highlight the robustness of India’s bilateral relations, built on mutual respect and collaboration, positioning New Delhi as a stabilizing voice in a turbulent region.