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Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a sharp condemnation on May 5, 2026, after three Indian nationals were wounded in a high-stakes Iranian drone and missile barrage on the Fujairah Petroleum Industries Zone (FOIZ). The attack, which struck a critical bypass for global oil exports, marks a dangerous collapse of the fragile ceasefire in the Gulf. As Emirati air defenses intercepted 12 ballistic missiles and a fleet of drones, the Indian government labeled the targeting of civilian energy infrastructure as “unacceptable.” With the Strait of Hormuz effectively blockaded since February, New Delhi has signaled growing alarm over the safety of its expatriate workforce and the escalating maritime piracy threatening global energy stability.
In a landmark move for South Asia’s green energy landscape, the Royal Government of Bhutan and the World Bank signed financing agreements totaling $515 million on May 5, 2026, for the Dorjilung Hydropower Project. Situated on the Kurichhu River, the $1.7 billion initiative will be Bhutan’s largest hydropower plant developed under a public-private partnership, with Druk Green Power Corporation (60%) and Tata Power (40%) leading the venture. Designed to generate 4,500 GWh annually, the project will eliminate Bhutan’s winter energy shortages while exporting surplus power to India. The innovative financing model, which includes grants and concessional credits, is expected to catalyze an additional $900 million in private investment and displace 3.3 million tons of CO2 every year.
Relations between Washington and Tehran reached a new impasse on May 3, 2026, as President Donald Trump signaled deep skepticism over a fresh 14-point peace framework submitted via Pakistani mediators. Speaking from West Palm Beach, Trump argued that Iran had not yet “paid a big enough price,” even as the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively shuttered, stranding over 2,000 vessels and triggering the largest energy disruption since the 1970s. While Tehran’s proposal demands a total U.S. military withdrawal and reparations within 30 days, Washington continues to enforce a naval blockade that has sent Brent crude soaring past $120. With the OPEC+ alliance fractured by the UAE’s exit and global markets reeling from “double-digit” surges in jet fuel, the three-week fragile ceasefire now hangs by a thread.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed US President Donald Trump’s statement about being “always be friends,” indicating that he “fully echoes his sentiments” even though relations between their nations have been tense due to tariffs.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron spoke on the phone on Saturday, September 6, 2025. They positively reviewed the India-France strategic partnership. The leaders talked about ongoing efforts to resolve the Ukraine conflict. Mr. Modi reiterated India’s consistent support for a peaceful resolution and the early restoration of peace and stability in the region.
Over ten years after rockets struck a temporary press center in Homs, Syria, resulting in the deaths of two journalists and injuries to multiple others, French judges have made a significant decision. Seven European arrest warrants have been issued, including one for former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, charging high-ranking officials with war crimes and crimes against humanity.
The long-developing connection between India and Singapore sees the arrival of the Singaporean Prime Minister in New Delhi, who is on a three-day official visit. Trade, digital economy, education, defence cooperation, and cultural exchange are all high on the agenda, therefore the visit is supposed to cover a vast range of talks.
The Prime Minister of Bhutan, Dasho Tshering Tobgay, plans to visit the Ram temple in Ayodhya on September 5, accompanied by his spouse,Tashi Doma and officials by a special plane. Bhutan’s Finance Secretary Dasho Leki Wangmo is also expected to accompany the PM.
On the sidelines of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, Indian Prime Minister Modi met Mayanmar’s Military chief Senior General Min Aung Haling.
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