PM Modi Speaks With Oman Sultan, Kuwait Crown Prince Amid Iran Conflict, Expresses Concern

Last Updated:March 03, 2026, 17:11 IST

PM Modi spoke with Sultan Haitham of Oman and Crown Prince Sabah of Kuwait with respect to West Asia tensions and the safety of the Indian community.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held separate telephone conversations with two key Gulf leaders as tensions in West Asia continue to escalate following recent military strikes involving the United States, Israel and Iran.

PM Modi spoke with His Majesty Haitham bin Tarik, the Sultan of Oman and later with His Highness Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, the Crown Prince of Kuwait. In both calls, the Prime Minister expressed concern over the attacks in their respective countries and reviewed the evolving security situation across the region.

He also discussed the welfare and safety of the Indian community residing in Oman and Kuwait, reiterating that the security of Indian nationals abroad remains a priority as regional volatility increases.

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The outreach comes as India reiterated its call for restraint amid the intensifying conflict in Iran and the wider Gulf region, stressing that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable path to de-escalation and the prevention of further civilian casualties.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said New Delhi was “deeply concerned at the recent developments in Iran and the Gulf region" and urged “all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation, and prioritise the safety of civilians."

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The ministry further emphasised that “dialogue and diplomacy should be pursued to de-escalate tensions and address underlying issues," adding that the “sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states must be respected."

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