PM Modi expresses concern amid Israel-Iran war, reiterates call for peace; says ‘this is not an era of war’
During his visit, PM Modi was conferred with the Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III of Cyprus, the country's highest civilian honour.
Amid the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed his concern and stated that this is not an era of war.
Addressing the people in Cyprus, PM Modi said, as quoted by ANI, “We expressed worry over the ongoing conflicts in West Asia and Europe. We believe this is not an era of war.”
"We both expressed concern over the conflicts going on in West Asia and Europe. Their negative impact is not just limited to those regions. We both consider that this is not an era of war. Resolution through dialogue and restoration of stability is the call of humanity," PM Modi added.
PM Modi visited Cyprus, the first leg of his three-nation tour. As per the details, this is the first visit of an Indian prime minister to Cyprus in over two decades.
PM Modi conferred with Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III of Cyprus:
During his visit, PM Modi was conferred with the Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III of Cyprus, the country's highest civilian honour.
"Humbled to receive the 'Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III' of Cyprus. I dedicate it to the friendship between our nations," Modi said after receiving the award.
The Order of Makarios III is the senior order of knighthood awarded by the country named after the first President of Cyprus, Archbishop Makarios III.
Dedicating the award to the 1.4 billion people of India, Modi said it was an award to the trusted India-Cyprus friendship.
"I am confident that in the time to come, our active partnership will touch new heights. Together, we will not only strengthen the progress of our two nations but also contribute towards building a peaceful and secure world," the prime minister said.
The Prime Minister on Sunday attended a business roundtable along with the Cypriot President.
PM Modi is on a four-day, three-nation tour to Cyprus, Canada and Croatia.
Following the official visit to Cyprus, PM Modi on Monday left for Canada to attend the G7 summit.
With agency inputs.
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