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News India Live, Digital Desk: Amidst the ongoing tension in West Asia and the increasing threats of war between Iran and America, India’s Defense Minister Rajnath Singh has given a big and decisive statement. Rajnath Singh, who is on an official visit to Germany, while addressing the German Parliamentary Committee in Berlin, indicated that India can play the role of mediator to resolve this global crisis. Taking a jibe at neighboring country Pakistan, he said that India has the capability to do the work which Pakistan could not do.
“Disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is a bitter truth for us”
The Defense Minister underlined that the conflict in West Asia is no longer just a regional issue. He said, “Any disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is not a distant event for India, but a bitter reality. It has a direct impact on our energy security and economic stability.” He stressed that India is fully prepared to protect its maritime trade lines and citizens.
Big attack on Pakistan’s ‘failed mediation’
Pointing towards Pakistan in his address, Rajnath Singh said that some neighboring countries were trying to mediate in this crisis but they completely failed. He said, “Pakistan has failed, but India will not step back from its responsibility. There is a right time for everything, and India is the country on which the world trusts.” This statement has come at a time when Iran has also expressed distrust towards Pakistani mediation.
PM Modi spoke to President Trump and Pezeshkian
According to sources, Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently held phone discussions with US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Massoud Pezhekian. Referring to these dialogues, Rajnath Singh said that India is working for global peace with ‘Calmness’ (peace) and ‘Foresight’ (foresight). He indicated that India can act as a strong bridge between the two sides.
India’s ‘proactive’ strategy and security measures
The Defense Minister said that India has formed a special ‘Group of Ministers’ (GoM) to monitor the situation in West Asia.
Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool: India has created its own insurance pool with a sovereign guarantee of Rs 12,980 crore to secure maritime trade.
Energy Diversification: India has secured supplies of crude oil and gas from the US, Australia and Latin America to reduce its dependence on Hormuz.
Defense cooperation with Germany: Rajnath Singh also called on Germany to be a part of the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ campaign and increase cooperation in defense manufacturing.
