Jaishankar’s statement in Parliament on Middle East crisis, said – PM Modi is keeping a close eye on the situation

Tezzbuzz Desk – Amidst the increasing tension in the Gulf region and the attacks by America and Israel on Iran, the Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar Gave a detailed statement in the Rajya Sabha on Monday. He said that the ongoing war in the Middle East and the devastation caused by it is a matter of grave concern for India.

Jaishankar said that Narendra Modi Constantly monitoring the regional situation and personally talking to many Gulf countries. He also contacted the Iranian Foreign Minister and made it clear that the safety and well-being of the Indian community is a priority for the government.

Safety of Indian community top priority

The Foreign Minister said that in Gulf countries almost one crore indians Live and work. There are also a few thousand Indian students and working citizens in Iran. “The Indian Embassy has shifted many students in Tehran to safer places and citizens on business trips were helped to return to India via Armenia,” he said.

He said that till yesterday approximately 67,000 Indian citizens Have crossed the international border and continuous efforts are going on to evacuate people from the entire area.

Regional stability and energy security

Jaishankar said that this area belongs to India energy security Is extremely important for. “Many major suppliers of oil and gas are in this region. Disruptions and instability in the supply chain are a serious problem for us.” He said that after the attack by America and Israel, Iran also retaliated, which increased tension in the region and led to a rise in energy prices.

India in favor of peace and diplomacy

The External Affairs Minister stressed in the Rajya Sabha that India is in favor of peace, restraint and return to diplomacy. He said, “We are working towards the safety of common people, reducing tension and finding solutions through dialogue.” He also reminded that the government 20 February had already expressed deep concern and appealed to all parties to exercise restraint.

Jaishankar clarified that the Indian Embassy is fully active and on high alert to ensure the safety of the citizens trapped in the troubled area. He said, “Our aim is to restore normalcy in the area as soon as possible and bring back the Indian community safely.”