Narendra Modi

In the quest for true allies, Israel should look eastward to India - opinion

Even amid the postponement of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's planned state visit, India remains the only major power (besides the US) extending such an invitation.

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PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu and his Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi, meet in Jerusalem in 2017.

Netanyahu to meet with India's PM Modi 'very soon,' PMO says after call between leaders

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks at the Global Fintech Fest, during a visit by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer (not pictured), on October 9, 2025, in Mumbai, India.

India PM Modi: Those responsible for Delhi blast which killed eight will be brought to justice

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar at the Opening of a Meeting in New Delhi, India with External Affairs Minister Dr. Jaishankar on Nnovember 4th, 2025.

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Netanyahu's reception in Gujarat highlights countries' strengthening ties

The prime minister received a rare "cultural roadshow" in Gujarat on Wednesday.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in India, January 2018

Netanyahu tours Modi's home state of Gujarat on fourth day of India trip

Folk artists performed along the eight kilometer-long route of the roadshow from the airport and thousands lined the roads amid tight security.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu writes a message in the visitor's book as his wife Sara and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi look on during their visit to Gandhi Ashram in Ahmedabad, India, January 17, 2018.

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This evening, Netanyahu will fly back to New Dehli and continue the rest of the visit, which until now has been dominated by meetings with officials and Indian business leaders.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara Netanyahu at the Taj Mahal, January 16, 2018

Netanyahu: Modi is revolutionizing Israel-India ties

The leaders also discussed issues they don’t agree on, including Iran and the Palestinians.

Israeli PM Netanyahu and Indian PM Narendra Modi speak at a press conference in New Delhi.

Israeli defense giant looks to salvage $850m Indian missile deal

Cancellation of such a large deal is liable to deal Israel's Rafael Defense Systems a serious blow.

Firing the SPIKE missile system

Deja vu: Netanyahu finds comfort abroad as scandals whirl at home

Trips such as this one to India are critically important for Netanyahu politically, because they shift the spotlight, ever so briefly, from scandals to statesmanship.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and wife Sara at a World War I memorial for Indian soldiers killed in the battle for Haifa, January 14, 2018

Netanyahu in India warns Islamic Jihad, Hamas amid strike on terror tunnel

Five-day visit begins with gesture of warmth from Modi; PM hints missile deal may be revived.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is greeted warmly by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi upon arrival in India, January 14, 2018

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Diplomatic reporter Herb Keinon accompanied the Israeli prime minister on the 5-day trip.

PRIME MINISTER of India Narendra Modi looks on during his 2017 visit to Israel as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signs a document of cooperation.

Indian Jews 'pained' Netanyahu won't address them during visit

A quote from the letter written to the Israeli Prime Minister noted, "Our Indian Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi addressed a gathering of approximately 8000 Indians in Tel Aviv.”

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a World War I memorial for Indian soldiers killed in the battle for Haifa, January 14, 2018