Jammu and Kashmir CM Expresses Concern Over US Sinking of Iranian Warship, Calls for Calm

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed concern over the sinking of the Iranian warship IRIS Dena by a US submarine near Sri Lanka, noting the vessel and crew were guests of India after participating in the Milan naval exercise. Abdullah highlighted efforts to coordinate with the central government for the safe evacuation of J-K residents and students in Iran amid rising tensions. He urged calm in Jammu and Kashmir and warned against unrest exploitation. Former Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah condemned the strikes, cautioning about potential escalation in West Asia.