Guwahati, March 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu on March 2, expressing India’s deep concerns over the escalating situation in West Asia.
In a post on X, Modi said he conveyed India’s apprehensions regarding recent developments and emphasised that the safety of civilians must remain a top 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,” he stated.
The outreach followed a sharp escalation in the region after coordinated strikes by the United States and Israel targeted Iran, reportedly killing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. In retaliation, Iran launched missiles at Israel and other West Asian countries, intensifying fears of a wider conflict.
The conversation with Netanyahu came a day after Modi spoke with UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, during which he strongly condemned attacks on the Gulf nation and conveyed India’s solidarity.
India’s back-to-back diplomatic engagements underline its call for restraint, protection of civilians, and swift de-escalation amid rising tensions in the region.
