India Israel relations

Moving beyond Western paradigms: The geopolitical lesson of India’s multi-alignment- opinion

New Delhi operates on the understanding that hard military and economic power cannot be divorced from soft power and personal diplomacy

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses his supporters after he inaugurated a new terminal building of Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati, India, December 20, 2025.
The Israel-India Friendship Club delegation visits the Knesset in Jerusalem. May, 2026.

Indian delegation says India, Israel ‘civilizational partners,’ ties only to get stronger

India and Pakistan flags with a map in the backdrop. Ilustrative.

Two battlefields, one war: One year since Operation Sindoor - opinion

An activist holds the national flag of India in front a banner that praises the Indian defence forces for their military operation, code-named "Operation Sindoor", in Mumbai on May 10, 2025.

Operation Sindoor: One year on from India’s ‘October 7’ moment - analysis


Parallel past, united future: Why Israel and India are natural allies - analysis

Narendra Modi’s arrival in Israel and his planned address to the Knesset underscore how shared history, security challenges, and geopolitics have turned India and Israel into natural allies.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gestures while exiting his plane at Ben-Gurion Airport, February 25, 2026.

Israel-India defense boost: Major deals mark a turning point in strategic relations - explainer

Israel and India are set to sign historic defense deals worth up to $10 billion, strengthening military ties with agreements on missiles, drones, and AI as Indian PM Modi visits Jerusalem.

The flags of Israel and India flutter as Narendra Modi makes a state visit to Israel, outside of the Knesset, in Jerusalem, February 25, 2026

WATCH: India stands with Israel firmly, PM Narendra Modi tells Knesset

Israel's opposition boycotts Knesset Speaker Ohana, Netanyahu's speeches, returns for Modi • 'This is a bond of real friendship,' Netanyahu tells Indian PM in private meeting

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks at Israel’s Knesset during his visit on February 25, 2026.

Scaling summit: Why Modi’s visit must turn bilateral trust into strategic powerhouse - editorial

As PM Modi arrives in Israel, Jerusalem must elevate the relationship to a top-tier priority. Moving beyond defense to a full-scale economic and tech alliance is now a geopolitical necessity.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi arrive for a photo opportunity ahead of their meeting at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, India, January 15, 2018.

The Modi doctrine and India’s growing partnership with Israel

From his 2017 visit to Israel to a broader strategic shift in New Delhi, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has transformed relations, reshaping diplomacy, security, and regional cooperation.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visiting Israel in July 2017.

Modi's visit is laden with opportunity to strengthen an already-solid relationship - analysis

Modi’s visit is an act of cultivation. If Modi’s 2017 visit was a breakthrough in the relationship, his 2026 return signifies the consolidation of those ties.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi arrive for a photo opportunity ahead of their meeting at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, India, January 15, 2018.

Modi’s Israel visit isn’t about optics, it’s about capability - opinion

A mature India-Israel defense discussion requires clarity on boundaries and deep cooperation. No alliance commitments and no treaty-like obligations.

 Indian military vehicels drive past during the Republic Day parade in New Delhi, India, January 26, 2026.

Modi visit to Israel marks deepening of longstanding Israel-India defense, security ties

A key issue on the agenda during Modi's visit to Israel is air defense, including the joint development in the ballistic missile defense industry, and even laser defense

 The Barak medium-range surface-to-air missile system.

Modi to visit Israel, address Knesset, meet with Netanyahu

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Israel this week, engaging in talks with Netanyahu on strengthening ties in high-tech, AI, and regional alliances.

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks at a press event as he delivers joint declarations alongside France's President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai on February 17, 2026; illustrative.

India-Israel tech synergy will define the next decade of defense strategy - opinion

With its record FY27 defense budget, India is doubling down on AI, autonomy, and self‑reliance, reshaping its partnership with Israel in the process

A MiG-29K fighter jet sits on the flight deck of India’s aircraft carrier INS Vikrant during the International Fleet Review (IFR) 2026 off the coast of Visakhapatnam, India.