New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan this week on the current situation in West Asia and Strait of Hormuz.
In a post on X, PM Modi said that he reiterated India’s strong condemnation of all attacks on the UAE that led to civilian deaths and damage to infrastructure.
“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.
“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," he added.
India's Ministry of External Affairs said that the central government is in constant touch with several countries, including Iran, for smooth passage of Indian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
Earlier, PM Modi also thanked the UAE for taking care of the Indian community living in the country and reiterated India’s call for de-escalation, regional peace and stability.
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