New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday night obtained a telephone name from French President Emmanuel Macron who “shared (his) evaluation on the current conferences held between the leaders of the Europe, United States and Ukraine in Washington and in addition shared his views on the scenario in Gaza”.

Modi “reiterated India’s constant help for peaceable decision of the conflicts and early restoration of peace and stability”, New Delhi mentioned in an announcement, including that the “leaders exchanged views on the continuing efforts for peaceable decision of conflicts in Ukraine and the West Asia area”.

New Delhi additional mentioned the 2 “leaders additionally reviewed progress within the bilateral cooperation agenda, together with within the areas of commerce, defence, civil nuclear cooperation, know-how and power” and in addition “reaffirmed joint dedication to strengthen India-France Strategic Partnership and mark 2026 as ‘12 months of Innovation’ in a befitting method”. It added that “President Macron additionally conveyed help for early conclusion of Free Commerce Settlement between India and the EU”.

“Had an excellent dialog with my good friend President Macron. Exchanged views on efforts for peaceable decision of conflicts in Ukraine and in West Asia. Reaffirmed our dedication to additional strengthen the India-France strategic partnership,” Modi mentioned in a social media submit.

He mentioned: “We coordinated our positions on the battle in Ukraine with the intention to transfer in direction of a simply and lasting peace.”

Macron was among the many European leaders who accompanied Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy throughout his talks with US President Donald Trump this week.

The French President has additionally been taking part in a key function in Europe’s efforts to make sure safety of Ukraine in case of a cope with Russia to finish the battle.