New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday welcomed the leadership of US President Donald Trump as peace efforts in Gaza showed what he called decisive progress. He said that indications of hostage releases marked a major step forward in the humanitarian and diplomatic push to end the crisis.
PM Modi reaffirmed that India remains committed to supporting global and regional initiatives aimed at achieving a durable and just peace in the region. He stressed that peace in Gaza is vital not only for regional stability but also for global security.
India reiterates support for durable peace in Gaza
In a message on X, the Prime Minister wrote: “We welcome President Trump’s leadership as peace efforts in Gaza make decisive progress. Indications of the release of hostages mark a significant step forward. India will continue to strongly support all efforts towards a durable and just peace.”
We welcome President Trump’s leadership as peace efforts in Gaza make decisive progress. Indications of the release of hostages mark a significant step forward.
India will continue to strongly support all efforts towards a durable and just peace.@realDonaldTrump @POTUS
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 4, 2025
Officials in New Delhi said the Prime Minister’s remarks on Gaza peace initiative align with India’s long-standing stance that favours dialogue and de-escalation in conflict zones. They noted that India has maintained humanitarian engagement in the region and continues to push for peaceful solutions through diplomacy.
