US EditionIndia Calls for Dialogue to End West Asia Conflict, Expresses Concern for One Crore Nationals in Gulf: What MEA Said
India calls for dialogue and protection of nearly one crore Indians in Gulf amid escalating Iran-Israel conflict impacting trade, energy, and shipping routes, the MEA said.
- On March 3, 2026 the Ministry of External Affairs urged restraint and dialogue, noting the situation has worsened during the holy month of Ramadan and prioritising civilians in West Asia.
- Recent days have seen the armed conflict intensify and spread to Iran and the Gulf region, halting normal life and economic activity while impacting civilian populations.
- Nearly one crore Indians live and work in the Gulf, and Indian Embassies and Consulates are issuing advisories and helping stranded nationals and community organisations.
- The Cabinet Committee on Security under Prime Minister Narendra Modi met and directed departments to assist Indian expatriates, while Union Minister Pralhad Joshi said the Centre is prepared to bring back stranded Indians.
- Officials said disruptions to trade and energy supply chains pose serious risks to the Indian economy, urging respect for sovereignty and opposing attacks on merchant shipping.
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