Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:45pm on 19 Mar 2026,Thursday India Global
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a series of conversations with global leaders, including France, Oman, and Malaysia, amid escalating tensions in West Asia. He emphasized the urgent need for de-escalation, dialogue, and diplomacy as the conflict involving Iran, the US, and Israel intensifies. A key focus was ensuring safe and free navigation through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, which carries a significant share of global oil trade. Modi also condemned threats to sovereignty and highlighted the wider global economic impact of the crisis, reaffirming India’s commitment to regional stability and energy security. (PC: X)
