Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks with Prime Minister of Israel

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

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

3. The two leaders discussed the prevailing situation in West Asia.

4. Prime Minister Modi emphasized the need to de-escalate the situation. Prime Minister 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.

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

6. The two leaders agreed to remain in touch.

New Delhi
August 16, 2024