The threat comes a week after Israel attacked Iran, raising fears that retaliation will escalate to war. 

​The threat comes a week after Israel attacked Iran, raising fears that retaliation will escalate to war.  

During the launch of Sreeram Chaulia’s book ‘Friends: India’s Closest Strategic Partners,’ External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar spoke about the complexities of international friendships. He highlighted the importance of mutual respect, while noting some allies’ comments on India’s domestic matters. Jaishankar credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for strengthening ties with key nations through strategic diplomacy, emphasizing that all friendships involve ongoing work.

Pappu Yadav had shot off letters to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, pleading for enhanced security, after having received the call ”from a Dubai number”.