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INDIA BACKS IRAN’S DEFENSIVE STRIKES
Why in the News?
- India supports Iran’s missile strike on alleged terror camps in Pakistan, deeming it an act of “self-defence.”
- The Ministry acknowledges the bilateral nature of the issue, refrains from commenting on Iran’s other strikes.
About India – Iran relation :
Chabahar Port
Source: stagecraft
Source: stagecraft- Positioned strategically, Chabahar Port grants access to the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean.
- Located outside the Persian Gulf, offering a significant advantage for landlocked nations, particularly Afghanistan and Central Asian states.
- Envisioned as a crucial trade corridor, linking India, Iran, and Afghanistan.
- Provides an alternative route for Indian goods to reach Afghanistan and Central Asia, bypassing Pakistan.
- Connected to Afghanistan’s road and rail networks, facilitating seamless movement of goods.
- Offers Afghanistan an alternative to its historical reliance on Pakistani ports, reducing dependency and providing diversification.
