Key Takeaways
- Israel and India are coordinating new dates for PM Netanyahu’s postponed visit
- Israeli PMO expresses “full confidence” in India’s security under PM Modi
- Visit delayed following Delhi terror attack, new dates expected next year
- Both nations reaffirm strong bilateral ties and solidarity against terrorism
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s official visit to India has been postponed due to security concerns following the recent terror attack in Delhi, with both nations now working to reschedule the trip for next year.
The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office confirmed on Tuesday that Netanyahu maintains “full confidence” in India’s security capabilities under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership.
“Israel’s bond with India and between Prime Minister Netanyahu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi is very strong. The PM has full confidence in India’s security under PM Modi, and teams are already coordinating a new visit date,” the official account of the Office of the Prime Minister of Israel posted on X.
Background of Postponed Visit
The visit, which would have been Netanyahu’s first official trip to India since 2018, was originally scheduled for December. Israeli media reports indicated the postponement followed security assessments after the deadly car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort earlier this month.
According to sources, the Israeli leader is now expected to seek new dates in the coming year, pending further security evaluations.
Solidarity After Delhi Attack
On November 12, Netanyahu extended condolences to PM Modi and the Indian people following the terror incident that claimed several lives and left dozens injured.
In a powerful statement, the Israeli leader described both nations as ancient civilizations united against terrorism.
“To our dear friend Narendra Modi and to the brave people of India: Sara and I, and the people of Israel, send our deepest condolences to the families of the victims. Israel stands strong with you in sorrow and in strength in this time,” the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office posted on X.
“India and Israel are ancient civilizations that stand on eternal truths. Terror may strike our cities, but it will never shake our souls. The light of our nations will outshine the darkness of our enemies,” it added.
International Support
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar also expressed solidarity with India, condemning the terror attack and reaffirming Israel’s support for India’s counter-terrorism efforts.
“I extend my and Israel’s deepest condolences to the People of India and especially to the families of the innocent victims killed in the blast at the heart of Delhi. Wishing speedy recovery to the wounded. Israel stands with India in its fight against terror,” Sa’ar posted on X.
The strong statements from Israeli leadership underscore the deepening strategic partnership between the two nations, with both countries demonstrating unity in combating terrorism globally.
