Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu immediately had a phone interplay the place the 2 leaders mentioned key points together with the Hamas-Israel battle and the protection of maritime visitors. The Prime Minister’s workplace stated in a press release that Netanyahu known as PM Modi immediately.
Taking to X, PM Modi shared his dialog with Netanyahu saying, “Had a productive exchange of views with PM @netanyahu on the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, including shared concerns on the safety of maritime traffic. Highlighted India’s consistent stand in favour of early restoration of peace & stability in the region with continued humanitarian assistance for the affected.”
“Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a telephone call today from the Prime Minister of Israel, H.E. Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu. PM Netanyahu briefed the Prime Minister on the recent developments in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. The two leaders shared concerns regarding the safety of maritime traffic,” stated the PMO.
Had a productive trade of views with PM @netanyahu on the continuing Israel-Hamas battle, together with shared issues on the protection of maritime visitors. Highlighted India’s constant stand in favour of early restoration of peace & stability within the area with continued…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 19, 2023
It additionally stated, “Prime Minister reiterated the need for continued humanitarian aid for the affected population and emphasized an early and peaceful resolution of the conflict, including the release of all hostages, through dialogue and diplomacy. The two leaders agreed to remain in touch.”
The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office additionally issued a press release. “The two leaders spoke about the importance of safeguarding the free shipping in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait that is threatened by the Houthis at the behest of Iran, and the global interest in preventing harm to international trade, including the economies of Israel and India,” it stated.
While the Hamas and Israel battle are but to finish regardless of getting into the third month, nations throughout the globe are additionally involved with Yemen’s Houthi rebels who’ve been attacking/hijacking cargo vessels within the Red Sea, disrupting maritime commerce and inflicting freight firms to keep away from the realm.
