Modi said the decision also reflects the “strong leadership” of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday welcomed the agreement on the first phase of US President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan, saying it reflects the “strong leadership” of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
“We welcome the agreement on the first phase of President Trump’s peace plan. This is also a reflection of the strong leadership of PM Netanyahu,” Modi said on X.
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The Prime Minister further expressed hope that the release of hostages and enhanced humanitarian assistance to the people of Gaza will “bring respite to them and pave the way for lasting peace”.
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His remarks came shortly after President Trump announced that Hamas, the Gaza-based Palestinian militant organisation, and Israel have agreed on the first phase of the Gaza peace deal.
Trump said as per the plan, the fighting would end in Gaza, Hamas will release Israeli hostages, and Tel Aviv Palestinian prisoners.
Israel Prime Minister’s office confirmed the ‘historic achievement’ of reaching the Gaza deal and said both Benjamin Netanyahu and Trump spoke about it over the phone.
Hamas has also confirmed agreeing to the deal which would lead to the end of war in Gaza, withdrawal of Israeli troops, and exchange of prisoners/hostages.
Hamas will release all 20 living hostages and the remains of those who have died and Israel will release Palestinian prisoners. Israel will also set free Gazans arrested after the October 7, 2023 attacks.
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