PM Modi calls for ‘swift end’ to Mideast and Ukraine conflicts

With West Asia on the brink of a wider regional war, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called for a “swift end” to the escalating conflict in the region, saying no issue can be resolved through military confrontation.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, right, with Finland President Alexander Stubb during a joint press meet, at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, Thursday

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Modis remarks following his wide-ranging talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb came as the United States and Israel’s war with Iran entered the sixth day, with both sides launching fresh strikes, significantly heightening tensions across the region.

Stubb strongly backed India’s bid for a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council, arguing that it is of “utmost importance” along with larger reform of the global multilateral system to reflect the current geopolitical realities.