New Delhi, Oct. 13 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the release of all Israeli hostages by the Palestinian militant group Hamas under the US President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan.

"We welcome the release of all hostages after over two years of captivity," PM Modi posted on X on Monday.

He added, "Their freedom stands as a tribute to the courage of their families, the unwavering peace efforts of President Trump and the strong resolve of Prime Minister Netanyahu."

"We support President Trump's sincere efforts to bring peace to the region," PM Modi said.

As many as 20 hostages were released Monday as part of an agreement intended to end the war that began on October 7, 2023. The bodies of the remaining 28 dead hostages are als...