PM Modi speaks with the Amir of Kuwait on West Asia situation
On 9 June 2026, PM Narendra Modi spoke by phone with the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, condemning attacks on Kuwait's sovereignty and calling for de-escalation.
Summary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with the Amir of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, on 9 June 2026. The two leaders exchanged views on the situation in West Asia. The Prime Minister reaffirmed India's strong condemnation of attacks on Kuwait's sovereignty and territorial integrity, reiterated his call for de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy, and thanked the Amir for his personal attention to the safety of the Indian community in Kuwait.
Key facts
- Date
- 9 June 2026
- Leaders
- PM Narendra Modi; Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah
- India's position
- Condemned attacks on Kuwait's sovereignty; urged de-escalation, dialogue, diplomacy
- Diaspora
- PM thanked Amir for care of Indian community
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Who is the Amir of Kuwait with whom PM Narendra Modi spoke on 9 June 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah
The Amir of the State of Kuwait is Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.
During the 9 June 2026 call with the Amir of Kuwait, PM Modi did which of the following?
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Correct answer: C — Reaffirmed India's condemnation of attacks on Kuwait's sovereignty and called for de-escalation
The PM reaffirmed India's strong condemnation of attacks on Kuwait's sovereignty and territorial integrity and called for de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy.