India welcomes Trump Gaza plan; Know why Modi called it viable pathway for peace

New Delhi: India on Monday welcomed US President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan to end the Israel-Hamas conflict, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi calling it a “viable pathway” for long-term stability in the region. The plan, announced jointly by Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu aims to address the ongoing conflict in Gaza through governance reforms, security measures, and reconstruction initiatives. Trump imposes 100% tariff on films made outside the US; Global film industry in shock Pathway of peace for both Palestinians and Israelis: PM Modi In a statement, PM Modi emphasized that the proposal could pave the way for sustainable peace, security, and development for both Palestinians and Israelis, as well as for the broader West Asian region. He expressed hope that all stakeholders would come together to support the initiative and work toward ending decades of conflict. “We hope that this plan will encourage dialogue, build trust, and create conditions for lasting peace,” Modi said. We welcome President Donald J. Trump’s announcement of a comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict. It provides a viable pathway to long term and sustainable peace, security and development for the Palestinian and Israeli people, as also for the larger West Asian region. We… — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 30, 2025 In the X post Modi said “We welcome President Donald J Trump’s announcement of a comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict. It provides a viable pathway to long term and sustainable peace, security and development for the Palestinian and Israeli people, as also for the larger West Asian region.” Hostages taken by Hamas to be returned within 72 hours of ceasefire While meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Monday, Trump unveiled the 20-point plan. The war will end instantly if Israel and Hamas accept the plan, and Israeli forces will partially withdraw in anticipation of the release of the hostages. Israel intensifies attacks in Gaza; Suspects Hamas still working through tunnels The peace plan that calls for all hostages taken by Hamas to be returned within 72 hours of a ceasefire. Many details still need to be decided by negotiators, and the plan depends on Hamas agreeing, as they started the conflict with attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023. Israel will release 1,700 Gazans detained since the conflict began in October 2023 and 250 Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences once all hostages are freed. Hamas members "who commit to peaceful coexistence" and give up weapons will be granted amnesty following the release of all hostages.