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Israeli PM Netanyahu speaks to PM Modi, other global leaders amid escalating Iran conflict
According to the Prime Minister's Office, Netanyahu began reaching out last night and has already spoken with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron read more
As Israel's military operation against Iran continues, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu initiated a series of high-level diplomatic conversations with global leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
According to the Prime Minister's Office, Netanyahu began reaching out last night and has already spoken with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron.
He is also likely to speak with US President Trump, Russian President Putin and the British Prime Minister.
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These diplomatic efforts come amid mounting regional tensions and fears of a broader confrontation involving Iranian retaliation and potential US involvement.
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