Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the UAE President to discuss the situation in West Asia and emphasized the security of the Strait of Hormuz. Condemning the attacks, both leaders agreed on the need to restore peace in the region.
PM Modi Leads Diplomatic Push to Secure Hormuz Route (Image Source: Internet)
New Delhi: On Tuesday, Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. During the call, both leaders discussed in detail the rapidly deteriorating situation in West Asia, reports Dynamite News correspondent.
Prime Minister Modi strongly condemned the attacks carried out against the United Arab Emirates. He stated that the loss of innocent lives and damage to civilian infrastructure are matters of grave concern. Both leaders emphasized the need to de-escalate the situation.
The most critical topic of the conversation was the Strait of Hormuz. This is a globally vital maritime route through which a significant volume of oil supplies is transported. Both nations agreed on the imperative of keeping this route secure and open.
India and the UAE resolved to work together to restore peace, security, and stability in the region as soon as possible. During the conversation, Modi also conveyed advance Eid greetings to the UAE president, a gesture that underscores the strong ties between the two nations.
Spoke with my brother HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and conveyed advance Eid greetings.
We discussed the current situation in West Asia. Reiterated India’s strong condemnation of all attacks on the UAE that have resulted in loss of innocent lives…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 17, 2026
Following the escalation of tensions between Iran and Israel, this marks the second instance of Modi speaking with the UAE president. Additionally, he has reached out to the leaders of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Jordan, Israel, and Iran.
The situation has, in fact, worsened following attacks on Iran attributed to the United States and Israel. In retaliation, Iran has targeted several Gulf nations, thereby heightening tensions across the entire region.
India is adopting a balanced stance on this entire issue, emphasizing peace and dialogue. Concurrently, it is engaging in active diplomacy to safeguard its energy and trade interests.
