PM Modi’s Diplomacy Amid Iran-Israel War: Appeals Netanyahu to Stop Fighting, Chairs Urgent Delhi Security Meet
New Delhi: March 2, 2026 (07:35 AM)
PM Narendra Modi urged Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu via phone to end hostilities fast, prioritize civilians. Follows UAE President call; India voices deep concern over West Asia crisis post-Khamenei killing.
Modi stressed regional stability, quick de-escalation. X post: “Conveyed India’s concerns… safety of civilians priority. India reiterates early cessation.”
PM-led Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) convened Sunday night: Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, S Jaishankar, Nirmala Sitharaman attended. NSA Ajit Doval, CDS Anil Chauhan briefed on Iran strikes’ impact, Indian evacuations from West Asia. UAE attacks injured 1 Indian among 58; focus on stranded nationals, oil/trade risks.