PM Modi speaks to UAE President, discusses West Asia crisis, says 'Will continue to work together for peace'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss the current situation in West Asia and the Strait of Hormuz. During the conversation, PM Modi strongly condemned recent attacks on the UAE that led to civilian deaths and damage to infrastructure. He also extended Eid greetings to the UAE leader. 

“Spoke with my brother HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and conveyed advance Eid greetings. We discussed the current situation in West Asia. Reiterated India’s strong condemnation of all attacks on the UAE that have resulted in loss of innocent lives and damage to civilian infrastructure," he said adding “we agreed on the importance of



ensuring safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. We will continue to work together for the early restoration of peace, security and stability in the region.”

The conversation comes soon after the Ministry of External Affairs said that the Indian government is closely monitoring the situation and staying in touch with several countries. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that the safety of Indians living in the region is the government’s biggest concern right now. He added that a special control room is active to help Indian citizens and their families. Indian embassies in the region are working round the clock, staying in touch with community groups and offering help wherever needed.