India Maintains Strategic Silence Amid West Asia Conflict and Domestic Political Debate

India has maintained a strategic silence amid escalating conflict in West Asia following the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. While opposition leaders like Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi criticize the government for not condemning the killings, citing moral and civilisational ties with Iran, the ruling BJP emphasizes prioritizing national interests, diaspora safety, and energy security. India's approach reflects a careful balance between historical Indo-Iranian relations, regional stability, and global geopolitical considerations amid ongoing regional tensions.