Jerusalem buzzed with excitement as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi captivated the Israeli parliament with a powerful address on Wednesday. Marking his return after nearly a decade, Modi reminisced about his inaugural trip and the enduring warmth of Indo-Israeli ties.
The speech turned poignant as Modi mourned the October 7 Hamas assault, sharing India’s empathy and firm support. ‘Your sorrow is ours,’ he said, rejecting any rationale for civilian bloodshed. Echoing India’s scars from events like the Mumbai 26/11 carnage—which also felled Israeli nationals—Modi advocated relentless, collaborative action worldwide to combat terror’s global menace.
He celebrated the seamless integration of Jews in Indian society, untouched by prejudice, as a testament to mutual respect. Peace, Modi pledged, would always find India by Israel’s side.
Modi’s narrative wove personal anecdotes: his 2006 Gujarat visit, the 2017 strategic upgrade, and ongoing ventures in innovation. Israel’s startup prowess mirrors India’s push for youthful creativity, highlighted by the 2018 I-Create launch aiding hundreds of ventures and a landmark AI summit last week with over 100 nations.
Economic horizons gleam brighter with commitments to expand trade, fortify investments via a fresh treaty, and pioneer joint infrastructure. As Modi concluded, the India-Israel partnership stands as a beacon of resilience and progress.