India Raises Concerns on Mideast War as Modi Faces Questions
Fires erupt near buildings damaged during a strike on Beirut's southern suburbs on March 3.
Source: AFP/Getty ImagesIndia said it is concerned about the widening conflict in the Middle East and the impact on its citizens in the region, but avoided mentioning the death of Iran’s leader or condemning the US-Israeli joint attack despite criticism from opposition figures at home.
In a statement Tuesday, India’s foreign ministry said the conflict could impact the Indian economy given that its trade and energy supplies traverse the region. India has some 10 million citizens who live and work in the Gulf region, the Ministry of External Affairs said. “Their safety and well-being is of utmost priority,” the ministry said, adding that Indian consulates and embassies are in touch with affected nationals.