'Unacceptable': PM Modi, MEA Condemn UAE Drone Attack, Urge End To Hostilities After 3 Indians Injured

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday strongly condemned the attacks on the UAE that resulted in injuries to three Indian nationals a day earlier.

Targeting civilians and infrastructure was "unacceptable", the Prime Minister said in a post on X. He asserted that India stood in "firm solidarity" with the UAE and reiterated its support for the peaceful resolution of all issues through dialogue and diplomacy.

"Ensuring safe and unimpeded navigation through the Strait of Hormuz is vital for enduring regional peace, stability and global energy security," the PM said.

On Monday, the United Arab Emirates said it was targeted by Iranian strikes, including one on its vital Fujairah energy hub that wounded three Indians. "These attacks represent a dangerous escalation and an unacceptable transgression," the UAE's foreign ministry said.

PM Modi's remarks came shortly after the Ministry of External Affairs too had condemned the attack on three Indian nationals. The fire was caused by a drone strike attributed to Iran. The government termed the attack as "unacceptable."

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a statement on social media, calling for an immediate end to hostilities and the targeting of civilian infrastructure and innocent people.

In its statement, the MEA said, "The attack in Fujairah that resulted in injuries to three Indian nationals is unacceptable. We urge the immediate cessation of these hostilities and the targeting of civilian infrastructure and innocent civilians."

The Ministry further reiterated the need for "dialogue and diplomacy" to address the West Asia Conflict. "India continues to advocate for dialogue and diplomacy to address the situation, aiming to restore peace and stability across West Asia."

MEA also called for the free and unimpeded navigation and commerce, as disruption in the Strait of Hormuz has squeezed countries in Europe and Asia that depend on Persian Gulf oil and gas, raising prices far beyond the region. The US has also enforced a naval blockade on Iranian ports since April 13, telling at least 49 commercial ships to turn back, according to Central Command.

"We also call for free and unimpeded navigation and commerce through the Strait of Hormuz, in accordance with international law. India stands ready to support all efforts toward a peaceful resolution of these issues," the statement read.

Earlier in the day, the Indian Embassy in the UAE assured that adequate medical care and welfare are being provided to the injured Indian nationals. In a post on X, the Indian Embassy in the UAE confirmed that three Indians sustained injuries in attacks in Fujairah. "We are in touch with local authorities for ensuring adequate medical care and welfare of the affected Indian nationals," it added.

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