Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Israel has sparked diverse reactions across the political spectrum. Scheduled for February 25-26, 2026, the trip includes a historic address to the Knesset, Israel’s parliament, making Modi the first Indian PM to do so.
Amid the excitement, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra took to X to voice her expectations. She urged the Prime Minister to spotlight the massacre of thousands of innocent Palestinians in Gaza during his speech and demand justice for the victims. Emphasizing India’s longstanding commitment to righteousness, she stated, ‘India has stood for the right cause throughout its history as a free nation. We should keep illuminating the world with truth, peace, and justice.’
Announcing the visit earlier, PM Modi highlighted the invitation from his ‘dear friend’ Benjamin Netanyahu. He outlined ambitious goals for the talks, focusing on expanding ties in science, tech, agriculture, water management, defense, security, trade, and investments. The agenda also encompasses strengthening people-to-people connections and exchanging views on regional and global challenges.
Modi’s itinerary features a meeting with President Isaac Herzog and interactions with the Indian community in Israel. This visit celebrates the deep democratic linkages symbolized by the Knesset speech and aims to elevate the strategic partnership to new heights, fostering innovation and shared prosperity.
As bilateral relations deepen, Gandhi’s intervention reminds of India’s moral voice on the world stage, blending diplomacy with calls for humanity.