On the sidelines of the United Nations' 'Summit of the Future' in New York, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today expressed deep concern over the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza and the deteriorating security situation in the region in a meeting with Palestine's President Mahmoud Abbas.
Prime Minister Modi reconfirmed India's unwavering support to the people of Palestine, including continued humanitarian assistance. He reiterated India's long-tested principled position on the Israel-Palestine issue and called for a ceasefire, release of hostages, and a return to the path of dialogue and diplomacy. "Met President Mahmoud Abbas in New York. Reiterated India's support for early restoration of peace and stability in the region.". Exchanged views on further strengthening time-tested friendship with people of Palestine, the Prime Minister said in social media post on the X platform on Monday after the meeting. Prime Minister Modi stressed that only a two-state solution will ensure lasting peace and stability in the region.
He recalled that India was one of the first countries that had recognized Palestine and conveyed India's continued stand with Palestine for its membership in the UN. The two leaders held very constructive discussions on varied facets of bilateral relations between India and Palestine, including India's support to Palestine at the United Nations and the ongoing assistance and support to Palestine in the field of education, health, and other capacity-building efforts. The leaders confirmed that they would continue to further deepen India-Palestine bilateral relations.
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