NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a conversation with President Emmanuel Macron of France to discuss the situation in West Asia and urgent need for de-escalation and return to dialogue and diplomacy. 

PM Modi and President Macron looked forward to continuing their close coordination to advance peace and stability in the region and beyond.

The PM wrote on X: "Spoke with my dear friend, President Emmanuel Macron, on the situation in West Asia and the urgent need for de-escalation, as well as a return to dialogue and diplomacy. We look forward to continuing our close coordination to advance peace and stability in the region and beyond."

PM Modi also held a conversation with PM Anwar Ibrahim of Malaysia to exchange greetings and address regional concerns in West Asia.

The PM spoke with PM Anwar Ibrahim of Malaysia and conveyed warm greetings to him and the people of Malaysia on the occasion of the upcoming festival of Hari Raya Aidilfitri. During the discussion, both leaders addressed the deeply concerning situation in West Asia and reaffirmed their shared commitment to de-escalation. Modi and PM Ibrahim emphasized the importance of the early restoration of peace and stability through dialogue and diplomacy.

PM Modi wrote on X: "Spoke with my friend, PM Anwar Ibrahim of Malaysia, and conveyed warm greetings to him and the people of Malaysia on the occasion of the upcoming festival of Hari Raya Aidilfitri. We also discussed the deeply concerning situation in West Asia and reaffirmed our shared commitment to de-escalation and the early restoration of peace and stability through dialogue and diplomacy."

He also held a telephonic conversation with King Abdullah II, the King of Jordan, to exchange festive greetings and discuss the evolving security situation in the region.

The PM spoke with His Majesty King Abdullah II and conveyed advance Eid wishes. During the discussion, both leaders expressed concern at the evolving situation in West Asia and highlighted the need for dialogue and diplomacy for the early restoration of peace, security, and stability in the region.

PM Modi remarked that attacks on energy infrastructure in West Asia are condemnable and can lead to avoidable escalation. Modi affirmed that India and Jordan stand in support of unhindered transit of goods and energy. The PM further expressed deep appreciation for Jordan’s efforts in facilitating the safe return of Indians stranded in the region.

The PM wrote on X: "Conveyed advance Eid wishes to my brother, His Majesty King Abdullah II, the King of Jordan, over phone.We expressed concern at the evolving situation in West Asia and highlighted the need for dialogue and diplomacy for the early restoration of peace, security and stability in the region. Attacks on energy infrastructure in West Asia are condemnable and can lead to avoidable escalation.India and Jordan stand in support of unhindered transit of goods and energy.Deeply appreciated Jordan’s efforts in facilitating the safe return of Indians stranded in the region."

PM Modi also held a conversation with Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar, to exchange warm Eid greetings and discuss regional security concerns.

The PM spoke with His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and conveyed heartfelt Eid greetings to him and the people of Qatar. During the discussion, the PM reiterated India’s solidarity with Qatar and expressed strong condemnation of the attacks on the region’s energy infrastructure. Modi further expressed his gratitude for the care and support provided to the Indian community in Qatar and shared his hope for peace and stability to prevail in the region. Both the leaders  affirmed their shared stance for safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

The PM wrote on X: "Spoke with my brother, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar, and conveyed warm Eid greetings to him and the people of Qatar. Reiterated that we stand in solidarity with Qatar and strongly condemn the attacks on the region’s energy infrastructure. Expressed gratitude for the care and support provided to the Indian community and hoped for peace and stability to prevail in the region. We stand for safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz."

PM Modi also held a productive conversation with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman to exchange festive greetings and discuss the evolving situation in the region.

The PM spoke with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq and conveyed advance Eid greetings to the people of Oman. During the discussion, both leaders agreed on the need to prioritize dialogue and diplomacy for de-escalation and the subsequent restoration of peace and stability. The PM reiterated India’s condemnation of the violation of Oman’s sovereignty and territorial integrity while expressing appreciation for Oman’s efforts to facilitate the safe return of thousands of people, including Indian nationals. Modi further emphasized that India and Oman stand for safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

The PM wrote on X: "Had a productive conversation with my brother Sultan Haitham bin Tariq and conveyed advance Eid greetings to the people of Oman. We agreed on the need to prioritize dialogue and diplomacy for de-escalation and subsequent restoration of peace and stability. Reiterated India’s condemnation of the violation of Oman’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and appreciated Oman’s efforts to facilitate the safe return of thousands of people, including Indian nationals. India and Oman stand for safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz."