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PM Modi, UAE President Discuss West Asia Tensions, Safe Passage Through Strait of Hormuz

  • On Tuesday Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and agreed on safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
  • Following an escalation tied to a US‑Israel attack on Iran, three weeks into the conflict, missile and drone strikes on UAE cities left around eight dead.
  • India expressed solidarity with Abu Dhabi, and the Ministry of External Affairs said it remains in constant contact with countries, including Iran, while Indian missions operate 24/7 helplines to protect the Indian community in West Asia.
  • The Strait of Hormuz serves as a vital chokepoint for oil and gas shipments, crucial for India's energy imports amid regional instability disrupting maritime routes and raising global energy security concerns.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi has held talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and both pledged to work toward de‑escalation and regional stability.
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PM Modi speaks to UAE President, agree on keeping Strait of Hormuz safe

Mr. Modi said he and the UAE President agreed on the importance of ensuring safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz

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Mathrubhumi broke the news in Kerala, India on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
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