India Calls for Gaza Ceasefire, Hostage Release Immediately
Published on 7.31.25
India has expressed concern over the security situation in Gaza and called for a ceasefire, hostage release, and peaceful resolution through dialogue and diplomacy. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) was asked about India's abstention from voting on a UN General Assembly resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian aid. Indian Minister Singh emphasized the need for safe delivery of humanitarian assistance to the people of Palestine and reiterated that bringing Israel and Palestine closer would facilitate early resumption of direct peace negotiations.