India heads to Israel as Modi set for Knesset address
India heads to Israel as Modi set for Knesset address
PM Modi's Israel visit draws praise from Netanyahu and debate back home as Congress voices caution over shifting diplomacy.
PM Modi is preparing for a historic visit to Israel later this month, with a schedule that includes meeting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and addressing the Israeli Knesset. Netanyahu has hailed the ties between the two countries as tremendous and said the trip could have a deep impact on bilateral cooperation. In New Delhi, opposition leaders, including the Congress party, have criticized the timing of the visit, arguing that India should listen to foreign leaders only after careful domestic discussion. The visit, which is planned for February 25-26, is framed as a step forward in India Israel diplomacy, touching on security, defense, technology, and trade interests. The trip also comes as India seeks stronger partnerships in the region while balancing its broader foreign policy priorities. The Knesset address is seen as a landmark moment, underscoring the growing closeness between New Delhi and Jerusalem and signaling a renewed momentum in bilateral relations.
