India Urges Cease of Civilian Attacks Amid Kuwait Airport Incident
India has strongly condemned an attack at Kuwait International Airport that resulted in one Indian citizen's death. The Ministry of External Affairs reiterates calls for a stop to civilian targeting during conflicts in West Asia.
Highlights
- •Indian national killed in Kuwait airport attack
- •MEC statements on preventing civilian attacks
- •Kuwait suspends air traffic following strikes
- •India maintains vigilance over affected regions
New Delhi, India: In a statement condemning the attack that took place at Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday, causing one Indian citizen's death and injuring several others, India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reaffirmed its commitment to protecting civilian populations from targeted attacks. The incident has reignited calls for an immediate halt to such violent actions in West Asia.
MECA Statement: A Call for Peace Amidst Conflict
The MEA's official statement said, 'We condemn the attack on the Kuwait International Airport today that led to the death of one Indian national and several injuries among our nationals.' The ministry's spokesperson also reemphasized their stance, stating, 'Since the conflict began in West Asia, we have strongly urged that civilian population and civilian infrastructure must not be targeted. We renew this appeal today for an end to such attacks.'
Adding a human touch to the statement, MEA expressed its condolences to the bereaved Indian family, offering comprehensive assistance: 'Our Embassy is extending all possible support and we remain in regular contact with local authorities to secure further welfare measures,' said the minister.
Regional Impact and Response
In response, Kuwait's government extended its condolences for the loss of an Indian national at Wednesday's airport attack. The embassy has been coordinating closely with Kuwati authorities to provide assistance to both the deceased's family and those injured in the incident.
The attack on Terminal One also disrupted flights, suspending air traffic on Wednesday as Kuwait struggled to handle the aftermath of the Iranian strikes. According to Abdullah Al-Rajhi, spokesperson for the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, this not only resulted in casualties but caused significant damage to infrastructure at the airport.
'This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder that the violence in West Asia has severe repercussions and impacts neighboring regions,' noted an MEA official. New Delhi remains vigilant, maintaining its missions across the region on high alert.
