India's NSA Doval visits Saudi Arabia for talks

Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval made a crucial visit to Saudi Arabia amid rising tensions in West Asia and disruptions to global oil supply routes through the Strait of Hormuz. He held high-level meetings with Saudi Energy Minister Abdulaziz bin Salman, Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan, and National Security Advisor Musaed Al-Aiban. The talks focused on securing India's energy lifeline, as Saudi Arabia is one of its top three oil suppliers, and addressing regional conflict and strategic cooperation. The visit also underscores concerns for the safety of the nearly 4 million-strong Indian diaspora in the kingdom.