As per reports, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a two-day visit to Israel on Wednesday (25 February) and Thursday (26 February) and delivered a Knesset address in Jerusalem on Wednesday (25 February), followed by technology and innovation engagements and a dinner hosted by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi was received on arrival at Ben Gurion International Airport (near Tel Aviv/Lod) by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Mrs. Sara Netanyahu, alongside a ceremonial welcome.
• On Wednesday (25 February), Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a historic address to the Knesset (Jerusalem) and reiterated India’s zero-tolerance stance on terrorism, including condemnation of the 07 October 2023 attacks; Modi also referenced a UNSC-endorsed Gaza peace initiative in broader remarks on dialogue and stability.
• During the Knesset proceedings, Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and lawmakers were reported to have chanted ‘Modi, Modi’ Some opposition members reportedly staged a brief walkout linked to domestic political grievances before returning for the address.
• Reports indicate that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was also conferred the Speaker of the Knesset Medal (Israel’s highest parliamentary honour).
• Key engagements scheduled and anticipated for Thursday (26 February) include delegation-level talks, a meeting with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, an innovation and technology-focused engagement in Jerusalem, and a joint visit to Yad Vashem (Jerusalem).
• Reports also indicate a potential dinner hosted by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and that Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) and agreements are scheduled to be inked on Thursday (26 February), with some discussions to defence and technology cooperation.
