PM speaks with Prime Minister of Israel

16 Aug, 2024

PM Netanyahu conveys his warm wishes on India's 78th Independence Day

The two leaders discuss the prevailing situation in West Asia

PM emphasizes the need for de-escalating the situation

PM reiterates India's call for release of hostages, ceasefire and continued humanitarian aid

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received a telephone call today from the Prime Minister of Israel, H.E. Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu.

PM Netanyahu conveyed his warm wishes on the occasion of India's 78th Independence Day.

The two leaders discussed the prevailing situation in West Asia.

PM Modi emphasized the need to de-escalate the situation. PM reiterated India's call for immediate release of all hostages and the need for continued humanitarian assistance for the affected. He called for an early and peaceful resolution of the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy.

The two leaders also discussed various aspects of the bilateral cooperation and ways to further strengthen the India-Israel Strategic Partnership.

The two leaders agreed to remain in touch.

Appreciate PM @netanyahu's phone call and warm wishes on 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…

- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 16, 2024