In an electrifying speech to the Knesset, PM Narendra Modi voiced deep empathy for families shattered by the Hamas onslaught on October 7. ‘We feel your pain,’ he said, pledging India’s steadfast alliance in combating terrorism worldwide.
India’s battle with terror resonates deeply, Modi explained, forging an unbreakable bond with Israel. The address, a first for any Indian leader, drew thunderous ovations from parliamentarians who rose in unison, their cheers echoing ‘Modi! Modi!’
Turning to peace efforts, Modi championed the UN-endorsed Gaza initiative as a beacon of hope. ‘This roadmap can pave the way for enduring peace for all in the region, including a fair resolution to Palestinian aspirations,’ he stated firmly.
Modi shared a poignant coincidence: his birthday aligns with India’s recognition of Israel in 1950. He honored Holocaust survivors aided by Indian royalty and celebrated Jews thriving in India without fear of discrimination.
‘I’ve always felt a special connection to this land,’ Modi remarked, arriving with India’s embrace of friendship and collaboration. The Knesset Speaker’s Hindi welcome symbolized the cultural bridge between the two democracies.