PM Modi speaks to President Macron, Sultan of Oman on West Asia crisis

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to French President Emmanuel Macron and the Sultan of Oman amid escalating tensions in West Asia. During the discussions, PM Modi stressed on the urgent need for de-escalation and a return to dialogue and diplomacy, which has been India's consistent stand on conflicts. The Prime Minister condemned threats to Oman's sovereignty and territorial integrity. India and Oman stand for safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, PM Modi said in the discussion. The Prime Minister has been engaging with various world leaders and heads of state on a daily basis, seeking to build pressure for de-escalation. The escalating situation in West Asia is impacting not just neighbouring countries but also the global economy, which has almost come to a standstill due to the crisis.