Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (Feb 22) confirmed his visit to Israel on Wednesday and hailed “the deep bond between India and Israel” and the multi-dimensional nature of bilateral relations. The Indian PM is scheduled to visit Israel on February 25–26, marking his first trip to Israel in his third term and his second overall since 2017. During his visit, he is slated to address the Knesset, the Israeli parliament, and is expected to sign multiple agreements in the areas of defence, technology and trade.&nbsp;In a post on X, Modi expressed appreciation for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s welcoming words, saying, “India attaches great importance to the strong and enduring friendship with Israel, a friendship based on mutual trust, innovation and a shared aspiration for peace and progress.”&nbsp;The PM made these statements in reply to Netanyahu’s post, in which he wrote, “The bond between Israel and India is a powerful alliance between two global leaders. We are partners in innovation, security and a shared strategic vision. Together, we are building an axis of nations committed to stability and progress.”&nbsp;Calling Modi his “dear friend”, the Israeli PM said, “Looking forward to seeing you in Jerusalem, PM Modi!”&nbsp;Earlier in the day, during the opening of a weekly Cabinet meeting, Netanyahu hailed growing ties between the two countries. “The fabric of relations has grown tighter, and (Modi) is coming here so that we can tighten it even more,” he said, mentioning cooperation in the economic, diplomatic and security spheres.&nbsp;Netanyahu announced Modi’s trip would help forge a new alliance to counter what he described as “radical” adversaries.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-attempt-to-externalise-its-internal-failures-india-condemns-pakistan-s-airstrike-on-afghanistan-1771778585303">‘Attempt to externalise its internal failures’: India condemns Pakistan’s airstrikes on Afghanistan</a>&nbsp;“In the vision I see before me, we will create an entire system, essentially a ‘hexagon’ of alliances around or within the Middle East,” the Israeli leader said.&nbsp;“This includes India, Arab nations, African nations, Mediterranean nations (Greece and Cyprus), and nations in Asia that I won’t detail at the moment,” Netanyahu said, adding that he will further elaborate on his plan in the future.&nbsp;“The intention here is to create an axis of nations that see eye-to-eye on the reality, challenges and goals against the radical axes, both the radical Shiite axis, which we have struck very hard, and the emerging radical Sunni axis,” he added.

PM Modi hailed the multidimensional nature of bilateral relations between the two countries and said he was “looking forward” to discussions during the Israel visit.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (Feb 22) confirmed his visit to Israel on Wednesday and hailed “the deep bond between India and Israel” and the multi-dimensional nature of bilateral relations. The Indian PM is scheduled to visit Israel on February 25–26, marking his first trip to Israel in his third term and his second overall since 2017. During his visit, he is slated to address the Knesset, the Israeli parliament, and is expected to sign multiple agreements in the areas of defence, technology and trade. In a post on X, Modi expressed appreciation for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s welcoming words, saying, “India attaches great importance to the strong and enduring friendship with Israel, a friendship based on mutual trust, innovation and a shared aspiration for peace and progress.” The PM made these statements in reply to Netanyahu’s post, in which he wrote, “The bond between Israel and India is a powerful alliance between two global leaders. We are partners in innovation, security and a shared strategic vision. Together, we are building an axis of nations committed to stability and progress.” Calling Modi his “dear friend”, the Israeli PM said, “Looking forward to seeing you in Jerusalem, PM Modi!” Earlier in the day, during the opening of a weekly Cabinet meeting, Netanyahu hailed growing ties between the two countries. “The fabric of relations has grown tighter, and (Modi) is coming here so that we can tighten it even more,” he said, mentioning cooperation in the economic, diplomatic and security spheres. Netanyahu announced Modi’s trip would help forge a new alliance to counter what he described as “radical” adversaries. Also Read: ‘Attempt to externalise its internal failures’: India condemns Pakistan’s airstrikes on Afghanistan “In the vision I see before me, we will create an entire system, essentially a ‘hexagon’ of alliances around or within the Middle East,” the Israeli leader said. “This includes India, Arab nations, African nations, Mediterranean nations (Greece and Cyprus), and nations in Asia that I won’t detail at the moment,” Netanyahu said, adding that he will further elaborate on his plan in the future. “The intention here is to create an axis of nations that see eye-to-eye on the reality, challenges and goals against the radical axes, both the radical Shiite axis, which we have struck very hard, and the emerging radical Sunni axis,” he added.

PM Modi hailed the multidimensional nature of bilateral relations between the two countries and said he was “looking forward” to discussions during the Israel visit.

PM Modi hails enduring Israel ties ahead of visit; Netanyahu floats ‘hexagon’ alliance with India

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has postponed his planned trip to India later this year. Israeli media reported that the Israeli PM’s visit was delayed over security concerns following the deadly terror attack in New Delhi weeks earlier, marking the third time his visit to the country was cancelled this year. On November 10, at least 10 people were killed, and dozens of others were injured after a car bomb exploded on a busy street near the iconic Red Fort.&nbsp;Netanyahu was expected to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in December this year. He last visited India in 2018 and was set to return for meetings with the Indian prime minister.&nbsp;“Netanyahu, who last visited India in 2018 and was set to return for meetings with PM Modi, is now expected to seek a new date next year pending security assessments,” i24NEWS reported, citing sources.&nbsp;Earlier this year, Netanyahu cancelled his trip to India on September 9, citing unprecedented repeat polls in Israel on September 17. He also cancelled his visit to the country before the elections in April.&nbsp;The Israeli leader last visited India in January 2018. Before that, PM Modi travelled to Tel Aviv in 2017, marking the first visit by an Indian prime minister to the Jewish state.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-russian-knights-heartfelt-tribute-to-wing-commander-namansh-syal-brothers-who-didn-t-return-1763967640647">WATCH : Russian Knights’ heartfelt tribute to Wing Commander Namansh Syal: ‘Brothers who didn’t return’</a>&nbsp;While the Israeli PM’s visit has been delayed, Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to arrive in India in the first week of December for an annual summit between the two countries. Putin will hold talks with PM Modi.&nbsp;&nbsp;Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump’s son, Trump Jr, visited India with his partner from November 21 to 24 to attend a high-profile wedding in Rajasthan’s Udaipur. The guest list also included several prominent figures.

Reportedly, the Israeli PM’s visit was delayed over security concerns following the deadly terror attack in New Delhi on November 10 that killed at least 10 and injured dozens of others.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has postponed his planned trip to India later this year. Israeli media reported that the Israeli PM’s visit was delayed over security concerns following the deadly terror attack in New Delhi weeks earlier, marking the third time his visit to the country was cancelled this year. On November 10, at least 10 people were killed, and dozens of others were injured after a car bomb exploded on a busy street near the iconic Red Fort. Netanyahu was expected to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in December this year. He last visited India in 2018 and was set to return for meetings with the Indian prime minister. “Netanyahu, who last visited India in 2018 and was set to return for meetings with PM Modi, is now expected to seek a new date next year pending security assessments,” i24NEWS reported, citing sources. Earlier this year, Netanyahu cancelled his trip to India on September 9, citing unprecedented repeat polls in Israel on September 17. He also cancelled his visit to the country before the elections in April. The Israeli leader last visited India in January 2018. Before that, PM Modi travelled to Tel Aviv in 2017, marking the first visit by an Indian prime minister to the Jewish state. Also read | WATCH : Russian Knights’ heartfelt tribute to Wing Commander Namansh Syal: ‘Brothers who didn’t return’ While the Israeli PM’s visit has been delayed, Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to arrive in India in the first week of December for an annual summit between the two countries. Putin will hold talks with PM Modi. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump’s son, Trump Jr, visited India with his partner from November 21 to 24 to attend a high-profile wedding in Rajasthan’s Udaipur. The guest list also included several prominent figures.

Reportedly, the Israeli PM’s visit was delayed over security concerns following the deadly terror attack in New Delhi on November 10 that killed at least 10 and injured dozens of others.

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PM Modi hails enduring Israel ties ahead of visit; Netanyahu floats ‘hexagon’ alliance with India

Netanyahu’s India visit postponed over Red Fort blast? Israeli media suggests...