Randhir Jaiswal: Chabahar Port in Iran undamaged by US airstrikes

India Jul 17, 2026

India's Ministry of External Affairs has reassured everyone that the Chabahar Port terminal in Iran was not damaged by recent US airstrikes.

Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal clarified this during a Friday briefing, calming worries sparked by reports about possible damage to key infrastructure, like a surveillance tower used for monitoring shipping.

Chabahar offers alternative regional trade route

Chabahar Port is very important for India's trade links with Afghanistan and Central Asia, offering an alternative route for moving goods in the region.

Its strategic location makes it a valuable asset, especially now, as tensions between the US and Iran are rising.