*Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks with Palestinian President PM expresses condolences over loss of lives at Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza
*PM expresses deep concern at terrorism, violence and deteriorating security situation in the region
*PM reiterates India’s long-standing and principled position on the Israel-Palestine issue
*President Abbas thanks PM for India’s support and appreciates India’s position
*PM conveys that India will continue to send humanitarian assistance for the Palestinian people
New Delhi : Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation on 19th of October with the President of Palestine, H.E. Mr. Mahmoud Abbas.
Prime Minister conveyed deep condolences over the loss of civilian lives at the Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza.
Highlighting traditionally close and historic ties between India and this region, Prime Minister expressed deep concern at terrorism, violence and deteriorating security situation in the region.
He reiterated India’s long-standing and principled position on the Israel-Palestine issue.
President Mahmoud Abbas shared his assessment of the situation. He thanked Prime Minister for India’s support and appreciated India’s position.
Prime Minister conveyed that India will continue to send humanitarian assistance for the Palestinian people.
The two leaders agreed to remain in touch.
