Iran-UAE Tensions Escalate: PM Modi Condemns Fujairah Attack, India Urges Diplomacy and Safe Maritime Movement

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condemned the Iranian attack on the UAE emirate of Fujairah, which injured three Indian nationals, and stressed the need to protect civilian areas and critical facilities. India has also underlined that maritime safety in the Strait of Hormuz remains essential for global energy flows.

UAE-Iran Tension: PM Modi Condemns Fujairah Attack

In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Strongly condemn the attacks on the UAE that resulted in injuries to three Indian nationals. Targeting civilians and infrastructure is unacceptable." Modi added that India backs diplomatic efforts and supports peaceful ways to resolve rising regional tensions.

PM Modi further wrote, "India stands in firm solidarity with the UAE and reiterates 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," linking the incident to wider concerns.

India Slams Fujairah Drone Strike as 'Unacceptable’; Urges End to Attacks on Civilians and Oil Facilities

The response from New Delhi followed a drone strike that caused a fire at a key oil facility in Fujairah. The UAE has accused Iran of carrying out the attack amid heightened friction in West Asia. The strike has also added pressure on a fragile US-Iran ceasefire around the Strait of Hormuz.

The ministry of external affairs also denounced the Fujairah attack, labelling it "unacceptable" and urging that such actions stop. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "The attack on Fujairah that resulted in injury to three Indian nationals is unacceptable. We call for immediate cessation of these hostilities and the targeting of civilian infrastructure and innocent civilians."

Jaiswal noted that India continues to support "dialogue and diplomacy" to bring stability across West Asia, and called for "free and unimpeded navigation and commerce" through the Strait of Hormuz in accordance with international law. The Indian Embassy in the UAE said the injured Indians are under medical care, and officials are working with local authorities.

The UAE has stated that air defence systems intercepted several missiles and drones during the Fujairah attack, and that security forces remain ready to counter threats to its territory and sovereignty. Indian statements so far focus on civilian safety, de-escalation, and uninterrupted shipping through this crucial energy corridor.