India Calls for Peace: PM Modi Urges Prime Minister Netanyahu for Immediate De-escalation and Civilian Protection

NEW DELHI, March 02, 2026 — In a critical diplomatic outreach aimed at stabilizing the volatile situation in West Asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a high-level telephonic conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today.

During the exchange, PM Modi expressed India’s profound concerns regarding the recent escalation of conflict and its potential impact on regional security.

Central to the discussion was India’s unwavering stance on the protection of non-combatants, with the Prime Minister emphasizing that the safety and well-being of civilians must be the foremost priority for all parties involved in the theater of operations.

Reiterating India’s commitment to global peace and the rule of international law, PM Modi strongly advocated for an early cessation of hostilities. By engaging directly with the Israeli leadership, India has signaled its desire for a swift return to the path of dialogue and diplomacy to prevent further humanitarian distress.

This high-profile communication, shared by the Prime Minister on his official X account, underscores India’s proactive role as a responsible global power seeking to mediate and mitigate the risks of a wider regional conflagration.