On April 5, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar engaged in diplomatic conversations with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, and UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The discussions were prompted by escalating tensions in West Asia, particularly following US President Donald Trump's renewed threats against Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping lane for global oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies. The talks emphasized the conflict's potential impact on global energy prices and India's energy security, as West Asia is a significant source of energy for India. Jaishankar's conversations highlighted the urgency of addressing the situation, with India advocating for the unimpeded flow of energy through the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian embassy in New Delhi also noted that bilateral relations were part of the discussions, reflecting India’s strategic interest in maintaining stable ties with West Asian nations amid regional instability.