New Delhi, Jan 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday with both leaders discussing ways to further strengthen the bilateral strategic partnership.The two leaders also discussed the regional situation and reaffirmed their shared resolve to fight terrorism.
“Glad to speak with my friend, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and convey New Year greetings to him and the people of Israel. We discussed ways to further strengthen the India-Israel Strategic Partnership in the year ahead,” PM Modi posted on X.
“We also exchanged views on the regional situation and reaffirmed our shared resolve to fight terrorism with greater determination,” he added.
On December 17, 2025, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar called on Netanyahu in Jerusalem and conveyed warm wishes of PM Modi.
They discussed enhancing cooperation between India and Israel across several sectors, including technology, economy, skills and talent, connectivity and security.