India’s Modi tells Israel’s Knesset: ‘No cause justifies killing civilians’
Why it matters: This visit solidifies the strategic alliance between India and Israel, signaling a continued alignment on security and economic interests despite international scrutiny of Israel's actions and potential domestic political ramifications for Modi.
- Narendra Modi voiced strong support for Israel in the Knesset, condemning the October 7th attacks and emphasizing the importance of the India-Israel partnership for global stability, while also supporting a UN-backed Gaza peace initiative.
- Benjamin Netanyahu thanked India for its support and hailed Modi as a brother, emphasizing shared interests between the two nations in the wake of the October 7th attacks.
- Gideon Levy of Haaretz newspaper highlighted the significance of Modi's visit amidst critical Indian public opinion towards Israel, drawing parallels between Modi and Netanyahu's nationalist, conservative leadership styles and their respective domestic issues in Kashmir and Palestine.
During a historic visit to Israel's Knesset, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi affirmed India's unwavering support for Israel amidst its war in Gaza, emphasizing that no cause justifies killing civilians while also advocating for a UN-backed peace initiative. Modi and Netanyahu underscored the vital partnership between their nations, highlighting shared interests and a commitment to strengthened ties, even as critics like Gideon Levy point to parallels between their leadership styles and domestic challenges.
