US EditionPM Modi and Saudi Arabia's Mohammed Bin Salman Discuss West Asia Conflict, Call for Secure Shipping Lanes
PM Modi and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman agreed to protect maritime routes amid rising attacks on vessels and ports, emphasizing freedom of navigation in West Asia.
- On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, discussing the West Asia conflict and agreeing to ensure freedom of navigation and secure shipping lines in the region.
- Meanwhile, Iran claimed responsibility for missile strikes on Israel and alleged its forces destroyed two US Army "hideouts" in Dubai, asserting more than 500 personnel were present at the targeted sites.
- The Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched their "first military operation" supporting Iran, while the Pentagon reportedly plans to deploy the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East amid escalating tensions.
- Regional infrastructure faces immediate damage as Kuwait International Airport reported significant radar system harm from drone attacks, while Egypt announced plans to scale back state projects for 2 months to conserve fuel.
- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned that Iran will "retaliate strongly" if its economic centers are targeted, reiterating that Tehran does not carry out preemptive attacks but remains prepared to respond forcefully if provoked.
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PM, Saudi crown prince agree on need to keep shipping lines open
Underscoring India’s energy and diaspora interests in the Gulf, Modi has twice spoken to leaders of all GCC countries since the conflict started and condemned the violation of their sovereignty and territorial integrity. India, however, is yet to condemn the US-Israel strikes on Iran. This ...
PM Modi spoke with Saudi Prince, saying attacks on energy installations will not be tolerated. Amid ongoing tensions in West Asia, Narendra Modi spoke by phone with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. The two leaders discussed the regional situation and the escalating conflict. PM Modi strongly condemned the attacks on energy installations and stressed the importance of maintaining the security of sea lanes and fr…
PM Modi and Saudi Arabia's Mohammed bin Salman discuss West Asia conflict, call for secure shipping lanes
PM Modi and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussed the West Asia conflict. PM Modi condemned attacks on energy infrastructure and both emphasising the need for secure shipping routes.
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