US EditionAmid Iran–Israel–US War, EAM Jaishankar to Brief Parliament on Escalating West Asia Tensions
EAM S. Jaishankar will brief Parliament on the escalating Iran-Israel-US conflict and safety concerns for nearly 10 million Indian expatriates in the Gulf, officials said.
- On Monday, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will brief the Lok Sabha on the rapidly escalating West Asia crisis, a notice added on Sunday evening shows.
- The escalation began after U.S.-Israeli strikes on Tehran on February 28, 2026, killed Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, triggering retaliatory attacks across the Gulf including reported hits on Dubai International Airport and the Burj Khalifa.
- Reports show more than 1,200 people have died in Iran since fighting began, explosions shook Tehran, and Iran's Assembly of Experts has reportedly chosen a successor with identity not yet announced.
- External Affairs Minister Jaishankar has dialled Gulf counterparts and held talks with Iran's Foreign Minister, as the Government of India monitors the safety of nearly 10 million Indian expatriates and visitors in the Gulf region.
- Opposition parties have censured the government for not criticising U.S.-Israeli strikes, questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi's February 25-26 Israel visit after more than 150 mostly schoolgirls were killed.
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Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Proceedings in the Lok Sabha adjourned on Monday amid noisy protests by the Opposition demanding discussion on the situation in West Asia. India News | Lok Sabha Sees Disruptions Amid Opposition Demand for Debate on West Asia Crisis; Jaishankar Says Security of Indian Community Top Priority.
Amid Escalating Iran Conflict, EAM Jaishankar To Brief Lok Sabha On West Asia Crisis Today
This comes as India is continuously monitoring the evolving situation in West Asia in the context of the safety of stranded citizens in the region. The opposition has demanded a discussion on the situation.
Amid Iran–Israel–US war, EAM Jaishankar to brief Parliament on escalating West Asia tensions
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will brief Parliament on escalating West Asia tensions during the Budget session, as the Iran-Israel-US conflict raises concerns over regional stability and safety of Indians abroad
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