External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar met Finance Minister of Israel Gideon Saar to discuss bilateral relations and the ongoing situation in West Asia. EAM JaISHankar also met with Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and stated that it is always nice to hear Rabuka’s views and insights. In 1992, India and Israel established full diplomatic relations and since then the bilateral relationship between the two countries has blossomed at the economic, military, agricultural and political levels. The two leaders also discussed various aspects of the bilateral cooperation and ways to further strengthen the India-Israel Strategic Partnership. On the occasion of India’s 78th Independence Day in 2024, PM Benjamin Netanyahu called Modi and extended his warm wishes. During the telephonic conversation, PM Modi emphasised the need to de-escalate the situation. He reiterated India’s call for the immediate release of all hostages and the need for continued humanitarian assistance for the affected. For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90 or visit a local Samaritans branch, see www.samaritans.org for details. In the U.S. call the National Suicide Prevention Line on 1-800-273-8255 or visit http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/.
