00:00 Within a week of India's vote in support of a United Nations resolution urging an immediate
00:05 ceasefire in Gaza, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Tuesday that he had a conversation
00:10 with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
00:13 During the discussion, Modi emphasised New Delhi's position favouring the prompt reinstatement
00:18 of peace in the region.
00:20 During a productive exchange, the Prime Minister stated that he and the Israeli Prime Minister
00:24 discussed shared concerns regarding the safety of maritime traffic in the aftermath of the
00:30 Israel-Hamas conflict.
00:32 Recent attacks on cargo ships in the Red Sea shipping route have raised concerns about
00:36 potential disruptions to international commerce.
00:39 Prime Minister Modi shared this information on X stating, "Had a productive exchange
00:44 of views with PM Netanyahu on the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, including shared concerns
00:49 on the safety of maritime traffic."
00:51 He also highlighted India's consistent stand in favour of early restoration of peace and
00:55 stability in the region, along with continued humanitarian assistance for those affected.
01:00 This discussion took place less than a week after India supported a United Nations resolution
01:04 advocating an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
01:07 India's permanent representative to the UN, Ruchira Khambhoj, had earlier stated during
01:11 the explanation of vote that India welcomes the international community's ability to
01:15 find common ground to address the situation in West Asia.
01:19 While acknowledging the challenging circumstances, Khambhoj did not elaborate on the specific
01:23 reasons for India's decision to diverge from the resolution backed by the US and Israel.
01:28 In October, PM Modi conversed with Netanyahu shortly after the October 7 attacks on Israeli
01:33 soil by Hamas terrorists.
01:36 Expressing solidarity, Modi affirmed India's unwavering support for Israel condemning the
01:40 terrorist attack.
01:41 His statement on Twitter read, "I thank Prime Minister Netanyahu for his phone call
01:45 and providing an update on the ongoing situation.
01:48 People of India stand firmly with Israel in this difficult hour.
01:51 India strongly and unequivocally condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations."
01:56 In response, the Israeli embassy in India expressed gratitude, stating, "Thank you,
02:00 Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for your unwavering support for Israel.
02:04 We extend our gratitude to all our Indian friends for standing firmly with Israel during
02:08 these challenging times."
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