Overview
- Congress MP Shashi Tharoor called for New Delhi to spearhead an international coalition pressing both parties to stop the conflict.
- He contended that U.S. targets have largely been hit and Iran has safeguarded its regime, allowing each to plausibly declare success and step back.
- Tharoor welcomed outreach by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to Tehran but cautioned against grandstanding given India’s limited leverage.
- India is grappling with an LPG shortage tied to Strait of Hormuz disruptions, though two Indian tankers were granted safe passage and fresh cargoes reached Vadinar and Mundra for onward supply.
- Highlighting risks for Indians in Gulf nations, including many from Kerala, he urged sustained communication with all sides and continued support for Gulf partners.