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”.

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

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