Iran-Israel conflict: India's stake in Chabahar Port and INSTC
With Iran and Israel at odds, India is keeping a close watch on Chabahar Port and the INSTC—both vital for reaching Afghanistan, Central Asia, and Russia.
India recently secured a decade-long deal to run part of the port, boosting its regional connections.
Chabahar port, INSTC critical for India
India has put serious money into Chabahar—$85 million in upgrades and a $150 million credit line.
While there haven't been direct attacks on ports yet, rising tensions have everyone on edge about possible strikes.
Plus, Afghanistan's Taliban-led government and Central Asian countries are looking at joining the INSTC to avoid relying so much on Pakistani ports.
For India, Chabahar isn't just about trade; it's also a way to strengthen its position against rivals like Pakistan's Gwadar port and China's Belt and Road Initiative.