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India Slams Gulf Energy Attacks as "Deeply Disturbing," Calls for Cease

India has strongly condemned recent attacks on energy installations across the Gulf region, labeling them "deeply disturbing" and a threat to global energy stability. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated such unacceptable actions must cease. The escalation marks a dangerous phase in regional tensions, with Iran warning energy assets are now "legitimate targets." Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed the crisis with Kuwait's Crown Prince and France's President, emphasizing de-escalation and the priority of safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

Key Points: India Condemns Attacks on Gulf Energy Infrastructure

  • India condemns destabilizing attacks on Gulf energy sites
  • Warns of global energy supply crisis
  • PM Modi discusses de-escalation with Kuwait, France
  • US-Israel-Iran tensions enter dangerous new phase
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Deeply disturbing, unacceptable: India says attacks against energy installations in Gulf need to cease

India terms attacks on Gulf energy sites "unacceptable," warns of global destabilization. PM Modi discusses crisis with Kuwait, France.

"Such attacks are unacceptable and need to cease. - Randhir Jaiswal"

New Delhi, March 19

India on Thursday termed the recent attacks against energy installations in different locations across the Gulf region as "deeply disturbing", highlighting that such actions will only further destabilise an already uncertain energy scenario for the whole world.

"India had previously called for the avoidance of targeting civilian infrastructure, including energy infrastructure, across the region," Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated while responding to media queries regarding attacks against energy infrastructure in the Gulf region in the last few days.

"Recent attacks against energy installations in different locations across this region are therefore deeply disturbing and only serve to further destabilise an already uncertain energy scenario for the whole world. Such attacks are unacceptable and need to cease," he added.

Several reports indicated that escalating attacks on Persian Gulf oil-and-gas infrastructure are sending the US-Israeli war with Iran into a dangerous new phase that threatens to worsen the crisis over global energy supplies.

On Wednesday, US President Donald Trump said that the United States "knew nothing" about Israel's strike on Iran's South Pars gas field and warned Tehran of massive retaliation if it "unwisely" targets Qatar again, after Iran struck a portion of Qatar's LNG facility following the attack.

Iran has warned countries around the region that a number of energy assets are now "legitimate targets" following the strike on South Pars.

The field is widely regarded as the world's largest natural gas reserve and is shared between Iran and Qatar.

On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Crown Prince of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah and exchanged views on the evolving situation in West Asia while sharing concerns over recent developments.

Prime Minister Modi reiterated India's condemnation of attacks on Kuwait's sovereignty and territorial integrity, emphasising that ensuring safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz remains the foremost priority.

Earlier today, PM Modi also held a conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss the situation in West Asia and urgent need for de-escalation and return to dialogue and diplomacy.

- IANS

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Sarah B
Good to see PM Modi engaging with multiple world leaders on this. Diplomacy is the only way forward. The Strait of Hormuz is a global artery, and its security is non-negotiable for international trade.
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Arjun K
This is very worrying. So many Indians work in the Gulf region. Their safety is paramount. The government must also have contingency plans to protect our citizens and ensure our energy supply lines if things escalate further.
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Priya S
While I agree attacks on energy infrastructure are wrong, India's statement feels a bit generic. We have significant ties with all sides in the region. I hope our diplomacy is more proactive behind the scenes to actually help de-escalate, not just issue statements.
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Vikram M
The world economy can't afford another shock. Just as we are recovering from pandemic and other conflicts, this happens. All nations need to show restraint. Energy security is national security for a country like ours.
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Karthik V
This highlights why India's push for renewable energy and self-reliance in energy (Atmanirbhar Bharat) is so crucial. We cannot be at the mercy of such volatile regions forever. Time to double down on solar and other alternatives.

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