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PM Modi Urges Ceasefire, Civilian Safety in Calls with Israeli, UAE Leaders

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, conveying India's concerns and emphasizing the safety of civilians as the utmost priority. He reiterated India's stance on the need for an early cessation of hostilities in the region. In a separate call, Modi spoke with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, strongly condemning recent attacks on the UAE and expressing India's solidarity. The diplomatic outreach comes amid heightened regional tensions following recent military strikes.

Key Points: Modi Speaks to Netanyahu, UAE President on Regional Tensions

  • Modi stresses civilian safety as priority
  • Calls for early end to hostilities
  • Condemns attacks on UAE, offers solidarity
  • Discusses regional peace and de-escalation
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PM Modi speaks to Israeli PM Netanyahu, stresses safety of civilians "utmost priority"

PM Modi stresses civilian safety & cessation of hostilities with Israel's Netanyahu, condemns attacks on UAE in call with President Al Nahyan.

"India reiterates the need for an early cessation of hostilities. - PM Narendra Modi"

New Delhi, March 2

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the current regional situation and emphasised the need to ensure the safety of civilians as a priority.

PM Modi also reiterated "The need for an early cessation of hostilities."

In a post on X, the Prime Minsiter said he held a telephonic conversation with Netanyahu and expressed India's concerns over recent developments amd emphasised the safety of civilians as a priority.

"Had a telephone call with PM Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the current regional situation. Conveyed India's concerns over recent developments and emphasised the safety of civilians as a priority. India reiterates the need for an early cessation of hostilities," the Prime Minister wrote.

In a subsequent post, he added, "I spoke by phone with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the current regional situation. I expressed India's concern regarding the recent developments and emphasised that the security of citizens is the utmost priority. India reiterates the need for an early cessation of hostilities."

Furthermore, PM Modi also said he spoke with United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and strongly condemned the recent attacks on the UAE, expressing condolences over the loss of lives.

In a post on X, the Prime Minister said he conveyed India's solidarity with the UAE.

"Spoke with President of the UAE, my brother Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Strongly condemned the attacks on the UAE and condoled the loss of lives in these attacks. India stands in solidarity with the UAE in these difficult times. Thanked him for taking care of the Indian community living in the UAE. We support de-escalation, regional peace, security and stability."

The conversation comes amid heightened tensions after a joint missile strike titled Operation Roaring Lion/Operation Epic Fury by Israel and the United States on Iran on February 28.

US President Donald Trump and Iranian state media have confirmed that Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the February 28 US-Israel strikes, alongside his daughter, grandchild, daughter-in-law, and son-in-law.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good to see India taking a clear stand. The region is a tinderbox. Our priority must be the safety of our diaspora there, especially in the UAE. PM's call with UAE President was crucial.
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Aman W
While the call for peace is welcome, I hope our foreign policy is more proactive than reactive. We have significant energy and trade interests in the Gulf. Stability there is non-negotiable for us.
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Sarah B
As someone living abroad, it's reassuring to see India advocating for de-escalation. The world needs more voices calling for civilian protection above all else. A sensible diplomatic move.
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Vikram M
The killing of a head of state in an air strike sets a dangerous precedent. India's statement is correct, but the global community needs to do more. This could spiral out of control very fast. 😟
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Karthik V
Solidarity with the UAE is key. Millions of Indians work there and send remittances home. Thanking their leadership for taking care of our community was a necessary and good gesture.

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