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| File Photo PM Narendra Modi With El-SISI |
New Delhi: In a recent telephone conversation with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed shared concerns about the security situation in West Asia. They discussed the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict, which has reached a critical stage with Israeli forces entering north Gaza over the weekend. The international community is closely watching these developments as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserts that Israel is preparing for a "long and difficult" battle against Hamas in Gaza.
Key Points:
- During their discussion, PM Modi emphasized the need for restoring peace and stability in the region and facilitating humanitarian assistance.
- India recognizes the importance of Egypt's role in providing humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, where most of the Israeli military action is concentrated.
- India had previously sent humanitarian relief for Gaza to Egypt's El Arish airbase on October 22. However, challenges, including intense military activity by Israel and fuel shortages in Gaza, have hindered the distribution of relief materials.
- India's abstention from a recent UN General Assembly resolution calling for a ceasefire in the conflict has sparked criticism from various quarters, including the opposition Congress. Despite this, sources argue that India's position remains consistent with its stance on issues related to terrorism and civilian casualties.
- An informed source stressed the importance of all parties taking responsibility to prevent further deterioration of the security situation and civilian casualties in the ongoing conflict.
The dialogue between Prime Minister Modi and President El-Sisi highlights the international community's growing concern over the Israel-Hamas conflict and the urgent need for humanitarian assistance and peace in West Asia.
