How US sinking of Iranian warship blew hole in Modi’s ‘guardian’ claims
India's West Asia diplomacy
The episode has prompted scrutiny of New Delhi’s recent diplomacy.
“New Delhi, India — Dressed in a blue Navy uniform and sleek sunglasses, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in late October, addressed a gathering of the country’s sea warriors”
Modi visited Israel on February 25-26 and hugged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
The article notes Modi has not offered public condolence after the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei.
Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visited the Iranian embassy to sign a memorial book.
Analysts quoted in the article warned that India’s near-silence and limited response damage its moral standing and regional influence.
Raghavan said this will have short- and long-term consequences for India’s equities in West Asia.
Key Takeaways
- US forces sank an Iranian warship.
- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the Indian Navy 'guardian of the Indian Ocean'.
- The sinking undermined Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's claim that India secures the Indian Ocean.
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