Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday asserted the need for de-escalation in West Asia during a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Modi reiterated calls for the immediate release of all hostages and ongoing humanitarian aid.
In a post on X, Modi said that Netanyahu extended warm wishes for India’s 78th Independence Day.
“We discussed the current situation in West Asia. Emphasized on the need to de-escalate the situation. Reiterated our call for immediate release of all hostages, ceasefire and need for continued humanitarian assistance,” he said.
The Ministry of External Affairs also confirmed the call, noting that Modi and Netanyahu discussed the prevailing situation in West Asia. Modi urged for an “early and peaceful resolution” through dialogue and diplomacy.
The leaders also talked about strengthening the India-Israel Strategic Partnership and agreed to stay in contact.