Indian Prime Minister Modi posted today: "I had a productive telephone conversation with King Hamad of Bahrain. India condemns Iran's attack on Bahrain and stands with the people of Bahrain at this difficult time. I thank the King for his firm support for Indian expatriates in Bahrain."
Comment: India and Iran are both members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and the BRICS, but Modi's public condemnation of Iran's attack on Bahrain marks India's abandonment of neutrality in the Middle East and a clear alignment with Gulf countries against Iran. This position fully serves India's practical interests: protecting the safety and stability of millions of Indian expatriates in the Gulf, ensuring stable energy supply, consolidating strategic cooperation with pro-American Arab countries, while also catering to the West's containment stance towards Iran. By linking expatriate safety, energy routes, and geopolitical games, and using strong statements to gain the trust of Gulf countries, it is a typical pragmatic diplomacy prioritizing interests.
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