Gaza Conflict: Netanyahu calls PM Modi, briefs him on the Peace Plan
Virendra Pandit
New Delhi: Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday called his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi and briefed him on the implementation and status of the ongoing Gaza Peace Plan, the media reported.
The two leaders also exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest and agreed to remain in touch.
Netanyahu updated PM Modi on the Gaza Peace Plan as the two leaders reaffirmed their shared resolve to fight terror.
“The two leaders warmly exchanged New Year greetings and wished the people of both countries peace and prosperity,” a statement from the PM’s office said.
“The Prime Minister reaffirmed India’s consistent support for efforts towards a just and durable peace in the region,” it said.
The two PMs identified shared priorities to further strengthen the India-Israel Strategic Partnership in the year ahead, guided by shared democratic values, deep mutual trust and a forward-looking vision.
“They reiterated their zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and reaffirmed their commitment to fight this menace.”
In a post on X, PM Modi said they also reaffirmed their shared resolve to fight terrorism with greater determination.
“Glad to speak with my friend, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and convey New Year greetings to him and the people of Israel,” PM Modi said.
“We discussed ways to further strengthen the India-Israel Strategic Partnership in the year ahead,” he said.
