Iran-Israel war: India scales up evacuation via alternate routes as Kuwait, Bahrain airspace stays shut

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are a constant concern for global markets, particularly regarding oil supply and trade routes. India, as a major oil importer, is sensitive to these developments.

• •India is facilitating the return of citizens from West Asia due to flight disruptions.
• •Kuwait and Bahrain airspace remains shut, leading to alternate routes via Saudi Arabia.
• •Evacuations from Iran and travel from Israel through Jordan are being managed.
• •Risk flag: Escalation of conflict leading to higher crude oil prices
• •Risk flag: Disruption of global supply chains affecting import/export-dependent sectors