PM Modi speaks with Bahrain King, condemns attacks on infrastructure, stresses secure shipping routes | India News

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a telephone conversation with King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain, discussing regional developments in West Asia, condemning attacks on critical infrastructure and stressing the need to secure global shipping routes.“Had a fruitful discussion with the King of Bahrain, His Highness King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. Warm greetings on the occasion of the day Eid-ul-Fitr To him and the people of Bahrain,” Modi said in a post on X.Prime Minister Modi Said the two leaders reviewed the current situation in West Asia and jointly expressed concern over attacks targeting energy and civilian infrastructure in the region.“We discussed the current situation in the West Asian region. Condemned attacks on energy and civilian infrastructure in the region, emphasizing their adverse impact on global food, energy and fertilizer security,” he said.Prime Minister Modi reiterated the importance of maintaining uninterrupted maritime traffic despite rising tensions affecting major global trade routes.“Reiterated the importance of ensuring freedom of navigation and keeping shipping lines open and secure,” he said.He thanked the leadership of Bahrain for their continued support to the Indian community living in the country.“Thanks to His Highness for his continued support for the well-being of the Indian community in Bahrain,” PM Modi added.