In a bid to safeguard Indian interests amid the Middle East maelstrom, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted back-to-back telephone diplomacy on Tuesday afternoon. He connected with Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tariq and Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khalid Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, voicing alarm at the spiraling violence and prioritizing measures for the Indian communities residing there.
PM Modi delved into details of recent assaults plaguing the area, inquiring about safety protocols for expatriate Indians. The talks stressed the imperative of maintaining peace and stability, with assurances exchanged on collaborative steps forward. India’s enduring partnerships with these Gulf powerhouses were reaffirmed, signaling unwavering support.
The timing is critical: just a day prior, PM Modi had conferred with Jordan’s King Abdullah II on the alarming escalation driven by US-Israel-Iran hostilities. Retaliatory barrages have ensnared civilians across borders, including thousands of Indians now in peril.
Via a post on X, the Prime Minister detailed his exchange with the King, renewing India’s backing for Jordan’s security and populace welfare. He profusely thanked the monarch for prioritizing Indian expatriates’ care during these trying times.
Building on prior discussions with Bahrain and Saudi Arabian counterparts—where sovereignty violations were denounced— these calls underscore India’s strategic focus. With a massive diaspora at stake, New Delhi is channeling efforts to de-escalate tensions through diplomacy, restraint appeals at international levels, and fortified bilateral bonds rooted in trust and joint endeavors.