New Delhi (Monitoring Desk): Concerns and questions are being raised in various circles over India’s diplomatic position amid escalating Israeli aggression and the situation involving Iran, with critics suggesting a pattern of policy shifts driven by national interests.
According to reports and analyses, it has been pointed out that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Israel shortly before reported Israeli strikes on Iran, while during the conflict there was no clearly decisive or strongly stated position from India regarding Iran.
A report by Indian news agency ANI noted that during the escalation involving Iran, India was seen as closer to Israel, but later attempts were also observed to improve ties with Tehran due to energy and trade considerations. In this context, communication between Indian leadership and the Iranian president reportedly emphasized resolving disputes through dialogue and diplomacy.
Reports further state that India has described the security of maritime routes, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, as a key national and economic interest, given its importance for global energy supply chains.
Analysts suggest that India’s position largely revolves around trade and energy security, especially oil imports and maritime stability. For this reason, some observers describe it as an attempt to maintain diplomatic balance, while others view it as interest-driven policy.
It is also being said that during regional tensions, India avoided explicitly aligning fully with any one side, which some analysts interpret as pragmatic diplomacy, while others see it as a strategy based on national interests.
International experts remain divided, and India’s foreign policy continues to be examined from multiple perspectives.