PM Narendra Modi addressed the Knesset in Jerusalem during his visit to Israel. The MPs gave him a standing ovation. Modi stressed India-Israel friendship and global solidarity against terrorism. This is his second visit to Israel.
PM Narendra Modi Addresses Knesset: PM Modi has reached Israel on a 2-day visit. On Wednesday he addressed the Israeli Parliament, the Knesset, in Jerusalem. During this, the MPs gave a standing ovation to PM Modi. Modi said in his address, I have brought for all of you the message of friendship of 140 crore people of India. It is a privilege for me to address the Israeli Parliament. I also came to Israel 9 years ago and am happy to be here again.
The day I was born, India recognized Israel
PM Modi said, India always stands with Israel. The day I was born, India recognized Israel. Referring to terrorism, PM Modi said, the barbarity with which Hamas terrorists attacked Israeli people on October 7, 2023, cannot be tolerated under any circumstances. India itself has been struggling with terrorism for a long time. Many Israeli citizens lost their lives in the terrorist attack in Mumbai. Global consensus is necessary against terrorism. India is fully committed to regional peace and stability.
India gave its home to Jews – Israeli speaker
Earlier, the Israeli speaker made his point by saying Namaste. He said, India is the fastest developing country on earth. India has given its home to the Jews. Referring to the Jewish festivals and Holi, he said that there will be colors next week.
PM Modi has addressed the parliaments of 18 countries
PM Modi is the first Indian Prime Minister to address the Israeli Parliament. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has so far addressed the parliaments of 18 countries. Modi had earlier visited Israel in 2017 also. That means this is his second visit to Israel after 9 years.