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PM Modi offers India’s full support for West Asia peace in talks with UAE President; F-16 jets escort his plane
Updated On: 15 May, 2026 03:06 PM IST | Abu Dhabi | mid-day online correspondent
PM Modi was received at the airport by the UAE President, underlining the importance attached to his visit. He was also accorded a guard of honour. In a special gesture, a formation of F-16 fighter aircraft of the UAE escorted PM Modi’s plane after it entered the country’s airspace on Friday

PM Narendra Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan during delegation-level talks, in Abu Dhabi, on Friday. PIC/PTI
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi on Friday said India is ready to extend all possible support to bring peace in West Asia during his talks with United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
VIDEO | Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in the UAE, marking the beginning of a five-nation visit that will also include the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy.
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PM Modi was welcomed at Abu Dhabi airport by UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He received a… pic.twitter.com/pKvSIBAw8X
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