India voices concern over renewed West Asia attacks, calls for immediate de-escalation

India on Monday expressed deep concern over the renewed attacks in West Asia, urging all parties to immediately de-escalate tensions, protect civilians and pursue a diplomatic resolution to restore peace and stability in the region.

The Ministry of External Affairs, in a statement, said the latest developments were a matter of “utmost concern” for the international community and regretted the fresh escalation in a conflict that has already lasted more than 100 days.

“The conflict has now lasted over 100 days and has already caused immense human suffering. It has also had a debilitating impact on the global economy and energy supplies,” it said.

New Delhi has in recent days also issued advisories for Indian nationals in parts of the region as tensions continue to mount.

Calling for restraint, India urged all sides to ensure that civilians are not harmed and to conclude ongoing negotiations aimed at securing a diplomatic settlement.

“We call on all parties to immediately de-escalate tensions, ensure that civilians are not harmed and conclude ongoing negotiations for a diplomatic solution so that peace and stability can return to the region,” the MEA said.

The statement comes amid a fresh surge in hostilities across West Asia, including renewed exchanges between Israel and Iran that have heightened fears of a wider regional conflict.

The escalation has triggered concerns over global energy markets and shipping routes, with oil prices yet again expected to rise sharply on fears of prolonged instability in the region.

India has consistently advocated dialogue and diplomacy since the outbreak of the conflict earlier this year, stressing that peace and stability in West Asia are critical given the region’s importance for global energy supplies and the large Indian diaspora living and working there.