New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that he needs to emphasize and to ensure the safety of civilians as a priority.

Modi in his telephonic conversation with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday to discuss the current regional situation and expressed India’s concern over recent developments and emphasized the safety of civilians as a priority.

PM Modi in his twitter x reiterated that the need for an early cessation of hostilities and conveyed India’s concerns over recent developments and emphasized the safety of civilians as a priority. India reiterates the need for an early cessation of hostilities, Modi wrote.

PM Modi also said he spoke with United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and strongly condemned the recent attacks on the UAE, expressing condolences over the loss of lives. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said he conveyed India’s solidarity with the UAE.

India stands in solidarity with the UAE in these difficult times. Thanked him for taking care of the Indian community living in the UAE. We support de-escalation, regional peace, security and stability.

The conversation comes amid heightened tensions after a joint missile strike titled Operation Roaring Lion/Operation Epic Fury by Israel and the United States on Iran on February 28^th.