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India urges restraint over Gulf ship attacks at UN General Assembly
✍️ Times of India
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 04:38 AM
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At the United Nations General Assembly, India's External Affairs Minister called for restraint and dialogue following a series of attacks on commercial vessels in the Gulf region.
New Delhi – Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly, India's External Affairs Minister urged all parties involved in recent attacks on merchant ships in the Gulf to exercise maximum restraint and seek peaceful resolution. The minister highlighted that such incidents threaten global trade routes and the safety of seafarers, calling for immediate de‑escalation.
The minister noted that India, as a major maritime nation, closely monitors the security situation in the Gulf and stands ready to support international efforts aimed at protecting shipping lanes. He appealed to regional actors to engage in dialogue rather than retaliation.
India's statement comes amid heightened tensions after several vessels reported damage and crew intimidation in the area. The minister reaffirmed India's commitment to upholding international law and the principles of freedom of navigation.
The remarks were part of a broader discussion at the UNGA on maritime security, where several countries expressed concern over the rising threats to commercial shipping in the Middle East.
India will continue to work with partners and regional organisations to ensure the safety of maritime trade and the well‑being of seafarers operating in the Gulf.
The minister noted that India, as a major maritime nation, closely monitors the security situation in the Gulf and stands ready to support international efforts aimed at protecting shipping lanes. He appealed to regional actors to engage in dialogue rather than retaliation.
India's statement comes amid heightened tensions after several vessels reported damage and crew intimidation in the area. The minister reaffirmed India's commitment to upholding international law and the principles of freedom of navigation.
The remarks were part of a broader discussion at the UNGA on maritime security, where several countries expressed concern over the rising threats to commercial shipping in the Middle East.
India will continue to work with partners and regional organisations to ensure the safety of maritime trade and the well‑being of seafarers operating in the Gulf.