The hostilities among the Arab states and the Iran factor have emboldened Israel to pursue an ever ruthless policy vis-a-vis the Palestinians.
Should New Delhi waver or dither, Tehran would hand over the strategic Chabahar Port to China and Pakistan.
In the current realignment of forces in West Asia, India will not take sides. It will tango with Sunni Saudi Arabia as well as Shia Iran.
New Delhi is probably best placed apart from perhaps Beijing in acting as a meaningful mediator.
NATO sides with Turkey and bombs Syria because Erdogan-owned BMZ helps the US sell stolen Iraqi oil.
India has an important role to play in acting as a catalyst for the West Asian stability through negotiations and dialogue rather than confrontation.
It is no secret that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expedited India's extensive economic, political and strategic ties with Israel.