politics
March 4, 2026
Modi urges Netanyahu to ensure ‘early cessation of hostilities’
Narendra Modi has conveyed the government’s concerns about the safety of the Indian community in the Gulf

TL;DR
- Prime Minister Modi conveyed India's concerns regarding the safety of Indian citizens in the Gulf region to Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Modi called for an 'early cessation of hostilities' amidst escalating violence in the Middle East.
- He discussed the situation with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, condemning attacks and offering condolences.
- India supports de-escalation, regional peace, security, and stability.
- Modi chaired a Cabinet Committee on Security to review the situation and difficulties faced by Indian travelers.
- Over 9 million Indian expatriates reside in the Middle East, with nearly 18,000 in Israel and over 3 million in the UAE.
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