EAM Dr. S Jaishankar Affirms India's Stance in Talks with Palestinian PM on Israel-Palestine Issue

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:41pm on 09 Dec 2023,Saturday India Global

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar engaged in a conversation with Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammed Shtayyeh, stating, "Spoke to Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammed Shtayyeh this evening. He expressed deep concern on the situation in both Gaza and the West Bank." Jaishankar reiterated India's 'long-standing position' on the Israel-Palestine issue, emphasizing the commitment to a peaceful resolution. He added, "(We) Agreed to remain in touch," highlighting diplomatic continuity. This diplomatic exchange echoes Prime Minister Modi's reaffirmation on October 19 during talks with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas. As tensions persist in the region, India underscores the importance of dialogue in addressing the complex Israel-Hamas conflict.      

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