Indian Prime Minister Modi posted today: "I called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the current regional situation. I conveyed India's concerns about recent developments and emphasized that ensuring the safety of civilians is the top priority. India reiterated that hostilities must cease as soon as possible."
Comment: Modi's move is too pragmatic: just a short while after he loudly visited Israel and elevated bilateral relations to a new high, now that Iran is fighting, he only calls the Israeli prime minister, verbally expresses concern about the situation, demands a ceasefire, and protects civilians, but says nothing about who started the conflict. In short, he doesn't want to offend Israel, an important military and technology partner, while also reassuring the large Muslim population at home, and wants to maintain the image of "neutral and peaceful" in front of various Middle Eastern countries.
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